Convert Guatemalan Quetzal to Colombian Peso
Please provide values below to convert Guatemalan Quetzal [GTQ] to Colombian Peso [COP], or Convert Colombian Peso to Guatemalan Quetzal.
How to Convert Guatemalan Quetzal to Colombian Peso
1 GTQ = 0.00190371900277043 COP
Example: convert 15 GTQ to COP:
15 GTQ = 15 × 0.00190371900277043 COP = 0.0285557850415565 COP
Guatemalan Quetzal to Colombian Peso Conversion Table
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Guatemalan Quetzal
The Guatemalan Quetzal (GTQ) is the official currency of Guatemala, used for all monetary transactions within the country.
History/Origin
The Quetzal was introduced as the official currency of Guatemala in 1925, replacing the Guatemalan peso. It was named after the quetzal bird, a symbol of liberty in Guatemala, and was initially pegged to the US dollar. The currency has undergone various reforms and decimalization since its inception.
Current Use
Today, the GTQ is widely used throughout Guatemala for everyday transactions, banking, and trade. It is managed by the Bank of Guatemala and remains the country's legal tender.
Colombian Peso
The Colombian Peso (COP) is the official currency of Colombia, used for all monetary transactions within the country.
History/Origin
The Colombian Peso was introduced in 1810, replacing the real, and has undergone various reforms and redenominations over the years to stabilize the economy and modernize the currency system.
Current Use
Today, the COP is widely used in Colombia for everyday transactions, banking, and international trade, with coins and banknotes issued by the Banco de la República.