United States dollar sri lankan rupee history for August 2023. The highest quote for this month is 321.59 (21/08/2023) and the lowest 320.49 (28/08/2023). The difference between high and low is 0.34.
USD LKR average rate for August 2023 is 318.18083, the change between 01/08/2023 and 31/08/2023 is -1.24 %.
| 01 August 2023 | 1 USD = 317.0 LKR |
| 04 August 2023 | 1 USD = 316.7 LKR |
| 05 August 2023 | 1 USD = 318.4 LKR |
| 07 August 2023 | 1 USD = 315.8 LKR |
| 08 August 2023 | 1 USD = 320.6 LKR |
| 10 August 2023 | 1 USD = 315.9 LKR |
| 12 August 2023 | 1 USD = 318.0 LKR |
| 14 August 2023 | 1 USD = 319.0 LKR |
| 15 August 2023 | 1 USD = 319.0 LKR |
| 17 August 2023 | 1 USD = 317.9 LKR |
| 21 August 2023 | 1 USD = 318.9 LKR |
| 28 August 2023 | 1 USD = 321.0 LKR |
16/12/2016: Demonetization of 50 Rupee Note
The 50 Rupee banknote was demonetized, leading to widespread confusion and inconvenience as people rushed to exchange their old notes.
01/01/2010: Decimalization of Rupee
The Rupee was decimalized, with the introduction of coins denominated in cents, replacing the previous system of cents represented as a fraction of a Rupee.
17/08/2005: Series of New Banknotes
A new series of banknotes featuring improved security features and a more vibrant design was introduced to combat counterfeiting.
01/06/2001: Introduction of 10 Rupee Coin
The 10 Rupee coin was introduced, replacing the 10 Rupee banknotes, to reduce the cost of production and improve durability.
01/07/1977: Floating Exchange Rate
Sri Lanka shifted to a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the value of the Rupee to fluctuate based on market forces.
22/05/1972: Ceylon becomes Sri Lanka
The country changes its name from Ceylon to Sri Lanka, and the currency is renamed Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR).
22/06/1966: Introduction of the Ceylon Rupee
The Ceylon Rupee was established as the official currency of Sri Lanka, replacing the Indian Rupee at a rate of 1:2.