Convert North Korean Won to Guatemalan Quetzal
Please provide values below to convert North Korean Won [KPW] to Guatemalan Quetzal [GTQ], or Convert Guatemalan Quetzal to North Korean Won.
How to Convert North Korean Won to Guatemalan Quetzal
1 KPW = 117.268427430388 GTQ
Example: convert 15 KPW to GTQ:
15 KPW = 15 × 117.268427430388 GTQ = 1759.02641145582 GTQ
North Korean Won to Guatemalan Quetzal Conversion Table
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North Korean Won
The North Korean Won (KPW) is the official currency of North Korea, used for everyday transactions within the country.
History/Origin
The North Korean Won was first introduced in 1947, replacing the Korean won used during the Japanese occupation, and has undergone several redenominations and reforms since then.
Current Use
Today, the KPW is primarily used domestically in North Korea, with limited acceptance outside the country; it is subject to strict government control and currency regulations.
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.