The 1925 Guatemalan 1/4 Quetzal is generally classified as scarce to very scarce, primarily due to extensive melting programs that took place in the early 20th century.The Survival Rate RarityOriginal Mintage: Records show that 2,000,000 pieces were originally struck in Paris for this date.Mass Melting: During 1927 and 1928, the Guatemalan government withdrew and melted down large portions of these silver coins. An additional unknown mass-melting took place in 1932.Survivors: It is estimated that only a fractional percentage of the original 2 million survive today, making it far harder to encounter than standard mintage figures suggest. On Numista, the issue carries a moderately elevated rarity rating. Lettered Edge Variety