Historic Australian dollar Sri Lankan rupee

Australian dollar sri lankan rupee history for March 2024. The highest quote for this month is 202.62 (12/03/2024) and the lowest 202.48 (12/03/2024). The difference between high and low is 0.07.

AUD LKR average rate for March 2024 is 199.87, the change between 01/03/2024 and 31/03/2024 is -1.52 %.

01 March 20241 AUD = 199.3 LKR
04 March 20241 AUD = 198.6 LKR
05 March 20241 AUD = 198.5 LKR
06 March 20241 AUD = 198.3 LKR
07 March 20241 AUD = 200.1 LKR
08 March 20241 AUD = 200.6 LKR
11 March 20241 AUD = 201.4 LKR
12 March 20241 AUD = 202.3 LKR

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

30/06/1996: Introduction of the polymer banknotes

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

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.

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).

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.

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.

13/02/1966: Decimalisation of the Australian currency

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