Convert Saint Helena Pound to Burundian Franc
Please provide values below to convert Saint Helena Pound [SHP] to Burundian Franc [BIF], or Convert Burundian Franc to Saint Helena Pound.
How to Convert Saint Helena Pound to Burundian Franc
1 SHP = 0.000249343507141218 BIF
Example: convert 15 SHP to BIF:
15 SHP = 15 × 0.000249343507141218 BIF = 0.00374015260711826 BIF
Saint Helena Pound to Burundian Franc Conversion Table
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Saint Helena Pound
The Saint Helena Pound (SHP) is the official currency of Saint Helena, a British Overseas Territory, and is pegged at par to the British Pound Sterling.
History/Origin
Introduced in 1961, replacing the Saint Helena Pound's predecessor, it has maintained a fixed exchange rate with the British Pound, reflecting the territory's historical and economic ties to the UK.
Current Use
The SHP is used for all local transactions on Saint Helena and is interchangeable with the British Pound Sterling, which is also accepted on the island.
Burundian Franc
The Burundian Franc (BIF) is the official currency of Burundi, used for everyday transactions within the country.
History/Origin
The Burundian Franc was introduced in 1964, replacing the Belgian Congo franc, following Burundi's independence. It has undergone various redenominations and inflation adjustments over the years.
Current Use
Today, the BIF is widely used in Burundi for all monetary transactions, with coins and banknotes issued by the Central Bank of Burundi. It remains the legal tender in the country.