Convert Guatemalan Quetzal to Swedish Krona
Please provide values below to convert Guatemalan Quetzal [GTQ] to Swedish Krona [SEK], or Convert Swedish Krona to Guatemalan Quetzal.
How to Convert Guatemalan Quetzal to Swedish Krona
1 GTQ = 0.804113449912513 SEK
Example: convert 15 GTQ to SEK:
15 GTQ = 15 × 0.804113449912513 SEK = 12.0617017486877 SEK
Guatemalan Quetzal to Swedish Krona 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.
Swedish Krona
The Swedish Krona (SEK) is the official currency of Sweden, used for everyday transactions and monetary exchanges within the country.
History/Origin
The Swedish Krona was introduced in 1873, replacing the Riksdaler. It was initially pegged to gold and later transitioned to a floating exchange rate system. The currency has undergone various reforms, including decimalization in 1874 and modernization efforts in the 20th and 21st centuries.
Current Use
Today, the Swedish Krona is widely used across Sweden for all financial transactions, including cash, digital payments, and banking, and is recognized as a stable and integral part of the country's economy.