Historic Omani rial Pound sterling

Omani rial pound sterling history for October 2023. The highest quote for this month is 2.1644 (04/10/2023) and the lowest 2.2122 (30/10/2023). The difference between high and low is -2.21.

OMR GBP average rate for October 2023 is 2.14298, the change between 01/10/2023 and 31/10/2023 is -0.59 %.

01 October 20231 OMR = 2.131 GBP
02 October 20231 OMR = 2.136 GBP
03 October 20231 OMR = 2.156 GBP
04 October 20231 OMR = 2.159 GBP
05 October 20231 OMR = 2.148 GBP
06 October 20231 OMR = 2.139 GBP
09 October 20231 OMR = 2.131 GBP
10 October 20231 OMR = 2.128 GBP
11 October 20231 OMR = 2.121 GBP
12 October 20231 OMR = 2.117 GBP
13 October 20231 OMR = 2.140 GBP
16 October 20231 OMR = 2.213 GBP
17 October 20231 OMR = 2.135 GBP
18 October 20231 OMR = 2.141 GBP
19 October 20231 OMR = 2.147 GBP
20 October 20231 OMR = 2.148 GBP
22 October 20231 OMR = 2.137 GBP
23 October 20231 OMR = 2.141 GBP
24 October 20231 OMR = 2.128 GBP
25 October 20231 OMR = 2.144 GBP
26 October 20231 OMR = 2.152 GBP
27 October 20231 OMR = 2.149 GBP
29 October 20231 OMR = 2.141 GBP
30 October 20231 OMR = 2.150 GBP
31 October 20231 OMR = 2.143 GBP

16/03/2021: New 5 Rial Polymer Banknote Introduced

A new polymer banknote with a denomination of 5 rials was introduced, enhancing durability and security features of the currency.

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.

15/01/2003: New Omani Rial Banknotes Issued

New series of Omani rial banknotes were introduced, featuring enhanced security features and updated designs.

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.

12/06/1994: Smaller Denomination Coins Issued

Small denomination coins, including 5, 10, 25, and 50 baisa coins, were issued in order to facilitate everyday transactions.

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).

17/03/1986: 200 Baisa Coin Introduced

A new 200 baisa coin was introduced, becoming the highest denomination coin in circulation at that time.

11/11/1975: 1/8 Rial Copper-Nickel Coin Introduced

A new 1/8 rial coin made of copper-nickel was introduced, representing a fractional value of the rial currency.

02/03/1973: Rial Oman Pegged to US Dollar

The Omani rial was officially pegged to the United States dollar, with an exchange rate of 1 OMR = 2.895 USD.

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.

27/07/1970: Rial Oman is Introduced

The Omani rial was introduced, replacing the Gulf rupee at a rate of 1 rial = 2.6008 rupees.

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.