Historic Pound sterling Euro

Pound sterling euro history for April 2022. The highest quote for this month is 1.2119 (14/04/2022) and the lowest 1.2082 (15/04/2022). The difference between high and low is 0.31.

GBP EUR average rate for April 2022 is 1.19699, the change between 01/04/2022 and 30/04/2022 is +0.07 %.

01 April 20221 GBP = 1.187 EUR
04 April 20221 GBP = 1.186 EUR
05 April 20221 GBP = 1.195 EUR
06 April 20221 GBP = 1.199 EUR
07 April 20221 GBP = 1.200 EUR
08 April 20221 GBP = 1.203 EUR
11 April 20221 GBP = 1.197 EUR
12 April 20221 GBP = 1.197 EUR
13 April 20221 GBP = 1.201 EUR
14 April 20221 GBP = 1.204 EUR
15 April 20221 GBP = 1.208 EUR
18 April 20221 GBP = 1.207 EUR
19 April 20221 GBP = 1.207 EUR
20 April 20221 GBP = 1.206 EUR
21 April 20221 GBP = 1.205 EUR
22 April 20221 GBP = 1.202 EUR
25 April 20221 GBP = 1.187 EUR
26 April 20221 GBP = 1.189 EUR
27 April 20221 GBP = 1.182 EUR
28 April 20221 GBP = 1.188 EUR
29 April 20221 GBP = 1.187 EUR

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.

13/07/2015: Greek debt bailout agreement

A third bailout deal was reached between Greece and its creditors, avoiding a potential Greek exit from the Eurozone.

02/05/2010: Greek debt crisis

Greece's financial crisis threatened the stability of the Eurozone, requiring massive bailout packages to prevent a default.

15/10/2008: Global financial crisis

The Euro faced significant economic challenges following the collapse of Lehman Brothers, leading to a recession in many Eurozone countries.

01/05/2004: Eurozone expansion

10 more countries joined the Eurozone, bringing the total number of participating countries to 24.

01/01/2002: Euro banknotes and coins

Physical banknotes and coins in Euro were introduced, replacing national currencies in 12 European countries.

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.

01/01/1999: Introduction of the Euro

The Euro was officially introduced as an electronic currency for banking and financial 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).

07/02/1992: The Maastricht Treaty

The treaty was signed, which officially established the European Union and laid the groundwork for the creation of the Euro.

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.

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.