Convert British Pound Sterling to Colombian Peso
Please provide values below to convert British Pound Sterling [GBP] to Colombian Peso [COP], or Convert Colombian Peso to British Pound Sterling.
How to Convert British Pound Sterling to Colombian Peso
1 GBP = 0.000183607542425199 COP
Example: convert 15 GBP to COP:
15 GBP = 15 × 0.000183607542425199 COP = 0.00275411313637799 COP
British Pound Sterling to Colombian Peso 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.
Colombian Peso
The Colombian Peso (COP) is the official currency of Colombia, used for all monetary transactions within the country.
History/Origin
The Colombian Peso was introduced in 1810, replacing the real, and has undergone various reforms and redenominations over the years to stabilize the economy and modernize the currency system.
Current Use
Today, the COP is widely used in Colombia for everyday transactions, banking, and international trade, with coins and banknotes issued by the Banco de la República.