Historic Australian dollar Pound sterling

Australian dollar pound sterling history for January 2024. The highest quote for this month is 0.53679 (01/01/2024) and the lowest 0.53609 (02/01/2024). The difference between high and low is 0.13.

AUD GBP average rate for January 2024 is 0.52375, the change between 01/01/2024 and 31/01/2024 is +3.05 %.

01 January 20241 AUD = 0.5358 GBP
02 January 20241 AUD = 0.5351 GBP
03 January 20241 AUD = 0.5360 GBP
04 January 20241 AUD = 0.5315 GBP
05 January 20241 AUD = 0.5287 GBP
07 January 20241 AUD = 0.5281 GBP
08 January 20241 AUD = 0.5281 GBP
09 January 20241 AUD = 0.5273 GBP
10 January 20241 AUD = 0.5258 GBP
11 January 20241 AUD = 0.5260 GBP
12 January 20241 AUD = 0.5242 GBP
14 January 20241 AUD = 0.5245 GBP
15 January 20241 AUD = 0.5252 GBP
16 January 20241 AUD = 0.5230 GBP
17 January 20241 AUD = 0.5213 GBP
18 January 20241 AUD = 0.5169 GBP
19 January 20241 AUD = 0.5179 GBP
21 January 20241 AUD = 0.5191 GBP
22 January 20241 AUD = 0.5193 GBP
23 January 20241 AUD = 0.5171 GBP
24 January 20241 AUD = 0.5189 GBP
25 January 20241 AUD = 0.5171 GBP
26 January 20241 AUD = 0.5182 GBP
28 January 20241 AUD = 0.5182 GBP
29 January 20241 AUD = 0.5181 GBP
30 January 20241 AUD = 0.5203 GBP
31 January 20241 AUD = 0.5195 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.
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