Convert British Pound Sterling to Danish Krone
Please provide values below to convert British Pound Sterling [GBP] to Danish Krone [DKK], or Convert Danish Krone to British Pound Sterling.
How to Convert British Pound Sterling to Danish Krone
1 GBP = 0.116405611121595 DKK
Example: convert 15 GBP to DKK:
15 GBP = 15 × 0.116405611121595 DKK = 1.74608416682393 DKK
British Pound Sterling to Danish Krone 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.
Danish Krone
The Danish Krone (DKK) is the official currency of Denmark, used for everyday transactions and issued by the Danmarks Nationalbank.
History/Origin
The Danish Krone was introduced in 1875, replacing the rigsdaler, and has undergone various reforms, including pegging to the euro and adopting a floating exchange rate since 1999.
Current Use
The DKK is widely used in Denmark for all financial transactions, including banking, commerce, and international trade, and is also accepted in the Faroe Islands and Greenland.