Historic Australian dollar Pound sterling

Australian dollar pound sterling history for December 2023. The highest quote for this month is 0.53688 (27/12/2023) and the lowest 0.55641 (25/12/2023). The difference between high and low is -3.64.

AUD GBP average rate for December 2023 is 0.52874, the change between 01/12/2023 and 31/12/2023 is -2.31 %.

01 December 20231 AUD = 0.5230 GBP
03 December 20231 AUD = 0.5244 GBP
04 December 20231 AUD = 0.5257 GBP
05 December 20231 AUD = 0.5238 GBP
06 December 20231 AUD = 0.5204 GBP
07 December 20231 AUD = 0.5217 GBP
08 December 20231 AUD = 0.5238 GBP
10 December 20231 AUD = 0.5241 GBP
11 December 20231 AUD = 0.5241 GBP
12 December 20231 AUD = 0.5229 GBP
13 December 20231 AUD = 0.5222 GBP
14 December 20231 AUD = 0.5280 GBP
15 December 20231 AUD = 0.5248 GBP
17 December 20231 AUD = 0.5284 GBP
18 December 20231 AUD = 0.5286 GBP
19 December 20231 AUD = 0.5299 GBP
20 December 20231 AUD = 0.5312 GBP
21 December 20231 AUD = 0.5332 GBP
22 December 20231 AUD = 0.5358 GBP
24 December 20231 AUD = 0.5357 GBP
25 December 20231 AUD = 0.5371 GBP
26 December 20231 AUD = 0.5357 GBP
27 December 20231 AUD = 0.5362 GBP
28 December 20231 AUD = 0.5355 GBP
29 December 20231 AUD = 0.5361 GBP
31 December 20231 AUD = 0.5351 GBP

18/03/2020: COVID-19 pandemic impact

The Australian dollar experienced a sharp decline due to the global economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and uncertainty in financial markets.

23/06/2016: Brexit Referendum

The United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union, causing significant uncertainty and volatility in the pound sterling's value.

13/10/2011: Record high exchange rate

The Australian dollar reached a record high exchange rate of above $1.10 against the US dollar, driven by strong commodity demand and high interest rates.

06/10/2008: Global Financial Crisis

The Australian dollar experienced a significant decline due to the impact of the global financial crisis, reaching a low point of around $0.60 against the US dollar.

31/12/1999: Establishment of the Euro

The euro was introduced as an electronic currency, paving the way for the eventual replacement of some national currencies, including the pound.

30/06/1996: Introduction of the polymer banknotes

Australia introduced polymer banknotes, replacing the paper-based banknotes, enhancing their durability and security features.

16/09/1992: Black Wednesday

The pound sterling experienced a severe drop in value and the UK was forced to withdraw from the European Exchange Rate Mechanism (ERM).

08/03/1983: Floating of the Australian dollar

The Australian dollar was fully floated and allowed to fluctuate freely on the foreign exchange market, leading to increased volatility.

12/12/1971: End of the fixed exchange rate

Australia shifted from a fixed exchange rate to a flexible exchange rate, allowing market forces to determine the value of the Australian dollar.

14/02/1971: Decimalization of the Pound

The pound sterling was decimalized, with the old system of pounds, shillings and pence replaced by a decimal currency.

13/02/1966: Decimalisation of the Australian currency

Australia adopted decimal currency, replacing the pound with the Australian dollar, symbol 'A$'.

06/12/1921: Currency Separation with Ireland

Following the Anglo-Irish Treaty, Ireland left the United Kingdom and established its own currency, leading to separate pound sterling notes.

21/12/1816: Gold Standard Introduced

The pound sterling was officially placed on the gold standard, meaning it was backed by a fixed amount of gold.

27/07/1694: Bank of England Established

The Bank of England was founded and granted a royal charter, becoming the central bank of England.