Convert British Pound Sterling to Indonesian Rupiah
Please provide values below to convert British Pound Sterling [GBP] to Indonesian Rupiah [IDR], or Convert Indonesian Rupiah to British Pound Sterling.
How to Convert British Pound Sterling to Indonesian Rupiah
1 GBP = 4.5444674234132e-05 IDR
Example: convert 15 GBP to IDR:
15 GBP = 15 × 4.5444674234132e-05 IDR = 0.00068167011351198 IDR
British Pound Sterling to Indonesian Rupiah 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.
Indonesian Rupiah
The Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) is the official currency of Indonesia, used for everyday transactions and monetary exchanges within the country.
History/Origin
The Rupiah was introduced in 1946 to replace the Dutch East Indies gulden. It has undergone various reforms and redenominations over the years, especially following Indonesia's independence and economic changes, to stabilize the economy and control inflation.
Current Use
Today, the Rupiah is widely used across Indonesia for all forms of financial transactions, including cash payments, banking, and digital transactions. It remains the official legal tender of Indonesia.