Historic Pound sterling Burundian Franc

Pound sterling burundian franc history for August 2023. The highest quote for this month is 3586.66 (01/08/2023) and the lowest 3604.47 (01/08/2023). The difference between high and low is -0.5.

GBP BIF average rate for August 2023 is 3568.35348, the change between 01/08/2023 and 31/08/2023 is +0.9 %.

01 August 20231 GBP = 3599.94 BIF
02 August 20231 GBP = 3592.44 BIF
03 August 20231 GBP = 3574.80 BIF
04 August 20231 GBP = 3566.93 BIF
07 August 20231 GBP = 3555.65 BIF
08 August 20231 GBP = 3574.97 BIF
09 August 20231 GBP = 3576.60 BIF
10 August 20231 GBP = 3572.16 BIF
11 August 20231 GBP = 3558.22 BIF
14 August 20231 GBP = 3579.77 BIF
15 August 20231 GBP = 3564.54 BIF
16 August 20231 GBP = 3562.72 BIF
17 August 20231 GBP = 3576.61 BIF
18 August 20231 GBP = 3580.26 BIF
21 August 20231 GBP = 3570.18 BIF
22 August 20231 GBP = 3592.16 BIF
23 August 20231 GBP = 3577.57 BIF
24 August 20231 GBP = 3568.11 BIF
25 August 20231 GBP = 3542.38 BIF
28 August 20231 GBP = 3540.25 BIF
29 August 20231 GBP = 3536.04 BIF
30 August 20231 GBP = 3542.32 BIF
31 August 20231 GBP = 3567.51 BIF

29/06/2018: East African Community Currency Integration

Burundi joins the East African Community (EAC) currency integration, paving the way for a future unified currency within the region.

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.

17/10/2011: Introduction of New Banknotes

New banknotes with enhanced security features and updated designs are introduced in denominations of 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, and 10,000 Francs.

30/06/2003: Second Currency Revaluation

The Burundian Franc undergoes another significant devaluation as part of the second currency revaluation program.

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.

30/04/1995: Printing of Banknotes

The first locally printed banknotes, issued in denominations of 10, 20, 50, 100, 500, 1000, and 5000 Francs, are circulated.

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).

20/10/1990: Introduction of New Coins

New coins are introduced in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 50, and 100 Francs.

22/09/1985: First Currency Revaluation

The Burundian Franc is significantly devalued as part of a currency revaluation program.

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.

30/06/1960: Independence from Belgium

Burundi gains independence from Belgium, establishing the Burundian Franc as its official currency.

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.