Historic Swiss franc Falkland Islands pound

Swiss franc falkland islands pound history for January 2024. The highest quote for this month is 0.9324 (01/01/2024) and the lowest 0.9337 (01/01/2024). The difference between high and low is -0.14.

CHF FKP average rate for January 2024 is 0.91808, the change between 01/01/2024 and 31/01/2024 is +2.38 %.

01 January 20241 CHF = 0.9337 FKP
02 January 20241 CHF = 0.9400 FKP
03 January 20241 CHF = 0.9300 FKP
04 January 20241 CHF = 0.9270 FKP
05 January 20241 CHF = 0.9245 FKP
08 January 20241 CHF = 0.9236 FKP
09 January 20241 CHF = 0.9262 FKP
10 January 20241 CHF = 0.9215 FKP
11 January 20241 CHF = 0.9224 FKP
12 January 20241 CHF = 0.9208 FKP
15 January 20241 CHF = 0.9206 FKP
16 January 20241 CHF = 0.9228 FKP
17 January 20241 CHF = 0.9172 FKP
18 January 20241 CHF = 0.9134 FKP
19 January 20241 CHF = 0.9064 FKP
22 January 20241 CHF = 0.9047 FKP
23 January 20241 CHF = 0.9067 FKP
24 January 20241 CHF = 0.9012 FKP
25 January 20241 CHF = 0.9103 FKP
26 January 20241 CHF = 0.9051 FKP
29 January 20241 CHF = 0.9118 FKP
30 January 20241 CHF = 0.9145 FKP
31 January 20241 CHF = 0.9115 FKP

18/07/2016: New Polymer Banknotes Issued

The Falkland Islands government introduces new polymer banknotes to replace the older paper versions, enhancing the durability and security of their currency.

15/01/2015: Removal of Minimum Exchange Rate

The Swiss National Bank unexpectedly abandoned the minimum exchange rate, causing the Swiss franc (CHF) to surge in value.

06/09/2011: Implementation of Minimum Exchange Rate

The Swiss National Bank imposed a minimum exchange rate pegging the Swiss franc (CHF) to the Euro to prevent excessive appreciation.

13/09/1999: Introduction of Euro

Switzerland decided not to join the Eurozone and maintain the Swiss franc (CHF) as its official currency.

14/06/1983: Pegging to the Pound Sterling

The Falkland Islands pound (FKP) is officially pegged to the British pound sterling (GBP) at a 1:1 ratio, ensuring a stable exchange rate.

08/05/1973: Floatation of Swiss Franc

Switzerland abandoned the fixed exchange rate system, allowing the Swiss franc (CHF) to float freely against other currencies.

14/05/1971: New Decimalized Currency Introduced

The Falkland Islands pound (FKP) is decimalized, with the introduction of a new currency system based on the decimal system.

01/05/1936: Introduction of Swiss National Bank

The Swiss National Bank was established as the central bank responsible for issuing and managing the Swiss franc (CHF).

24/11/1907: Gold Standard Referendum

Switzerland voted to adopt the gold standard, making the Swiss franc (CHF) fully convertible into gold.

28/04/1899: Currency Board Established

The Falkland Islands Currency Board is established, introducing the first Falkland Islands pound (FKP) as the official currency.

06/06/1850: Currency Act of 1850

The Swiss franc (CHF) was introduced as the official currency of Switzerland.

02/01/1833: Argentina Removed from Islands

British forces remove Argentine authorities from the Falkland Islands, solidifying British control over the territory.

03/01/1829: First British Colony Declared

British Captain Onslow declares the Falkland Islands a British colony, leading to the establishment of a formal British presence in the region.

02/01/1764: First British Settlement

British Captain Byron claims the Falkland Islands for Britain, establishing the first permanent British settlement in the region.