Convert Haitian Gourde to Guatemalan Quetzal
Please provide values below to convert Haitian Gourde [HTG] to Guatemalan Quetzal [GTQ], or Convert Guatemalan Quetzal to Haitian Gourde.
How to Convert Haitian Gourde to Guatemalan Quetzal
1 HTG = 17.0866222783953 GTQ
Example: convert 15 HTG to GTQ:
15 HTG = 15 × 17.0866222783953 GTQ = 256.299334175929 GTQ
Haitian Gourde to Guatemalan Quetzal Conversion Table
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Haitian Gourde
The Haitian Gourde (HTG) is the official currency of Haiti, used for everyday transactions and monetary exchanges within the country.
History/Origin
The Haitian Gourde was introduced in 1875, replacing the Haitian franc, to modernize the country's currency system. It has undergone various reforms and devaluations over the years, with the current form established in the late 20th century.
Current Use
Today, the Haitian Gourde is the primary currency used in Haiti for all financial transactions, including retail, banking, and government operations. It is also used in currency exchange within the country.
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.