10 quetzales 1985 — Guatemala ( Pick: 68 )

Region: North America

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Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 10 quetzales issued in Guatemala in 1985. It is cataloged under Pick number 68. This note features a design on the front showcasing colors red and red-brown against a multicolor underprint, with the text "30.12.1983-6.1.1988." The back depicts the National Assembly session of 1872.

This banknote measures 156 mm by 68 mm and is printed on paper by Giesecke & Devrient in Leipzig, Germany. A watermark of Tecun Uman is present. The total amount produced for this issue was 1,000,000 notes.

The 10 quetzales note is part of a series of banknotes that underwent various design changes during the 1980s. This specific note features distinct colorization and imagery reflective of its period.

Specifications

Date of issue: 9 January 1985
Printing office: Giesecke & Devrient, Leipzig, Germany
Paper: Paper
Colour: Red and green
Dimensions: 156 x 68 mm
Amount produced: 1,000,000
Pick catalog: 68

About this banknote

The "Banco de Guatemala" issued the 10 quetzales banknote in the series from December 30, 1983, to January 6, 1988. The series was introduced during a period of financial adjustments, facilitated by printers Giesecke & Devrient in Leipzig, Germany. A total of 1,000,000 notes were produced in this series.

The front side features a red and red-brown design on a multicolor underprint, while the back depicts a scene from the National Assembly session of 1872. The watermark includes the image of Tecun Uman. With dimensions of 156 x 68 mm, this banknote has a distinctive red and green coloration.