Convert British Pound Sterling to Swazi Lilangeni
Please provide values below to convert British Pound Sterling [GBP] to Swazi Lilangeni [SZL], or Convert Swazi Lilangeni to British Pound Sterling.
How to Convert British Pound Sterling to Swazi Lilangeni
1 GBP = 0.0421365424354033 SZL
Example: convert 15 GBP to SZL:
15 GBP = 15 × 0.0421365424354033 SZL = 0.63204813653105 SZL
British Pound Sterling to Swazi Lilangeni 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.
Swazi Lilangeni
The Swazi Lilangeni (SZL) is the official currency of Eswatini, subdivided into 100 cents.
History/Origin
The Lilangeni was introduced in 1974, replacing the Swazi pound, to modernize the currency system and align with regional monetary standards.
Current Use
The SZL is actively used for all financial transactions within Eswatini and is pegged to the South African Rand at par, facilitating regional trade and stability.