Convert British Pound Sterling to Australian Dollar
Please provide values below to convert British Pound Sterling [GBP] to Australian Dollar [AUD], or Convert Australian Dollar to British Pound Sterling.
How to Convert British Pound Sterling to Australian Dollar
1 GBP = 0.484043944546168 AUD
Example: convert 15 GBP to AUD:
15 GBP = 15 × 0.484043944546168 AUD = 7.26065916819252 AUD
British Pound Sterling to Australian Dollar Conversion Table
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British Pound Sterling
The British Pound Sterling (GBP) is the official currency of the United Kingdom and its territories, used as a standard unit of monetary value.
History/Origin
The Pound Sterling is one of the oldest currencies still in use, dating back to the 8th century. It was originally a silver coin and has evolved through various forms, including the gold standard and fiat currency, becoming the UK's primary currency in the 19th century.
Current Use
Today, the GBP is widely used in the UK and its territories, serving as the main currency for everyday transactions, banking, and international trade. It is also a major reserve currency globally.
Australian Dollar
The Australian Dollar (AUD) is the official currency of Australia, used in its territories and some Pacific Island nations.
History/Origin
Introduced in 1966, replacing the Australian pound, the AUD was initially pegged to the British pound and later transitioned to a floating exchange rate system in 1983.
Current Use
The AUD is widely used in Australia and its territories, serving as a major currency in international trade and finance, and is one of the most traded currencies globally.