Historic Pound sterling North Korean won

Pound sterling north korean won history for January 2024. The highest quote for this month is 1147.89 (14/01/2024) and the lowest 1150.62 (12/01/2024). The difference between high and low is -0.24.

GBP KPW average rate for January 2024 is 1143.73037, the change between 01/01/2024 and 31/01/2024 is +0.27 %.

01 January 20241 GBP = 1145.70 KPW
02 January 20241 GBP = 1145.59 KPW
03 January 20241 GBP = 1136.08 KPW
04 January 20241 GBP = 1140.68 KPW
05 January 20241 GBP = 1141.57 KPW
07 January 20241 GBP = 1144.60 KPW
08 January 20241 GBP = 1144.60 KPW
09 January 20241 GBP = 1147.07 KPW
10 January 20241 GBP = 1144.16 KPW
11 January 20241 GBP = 1147.07 KPW
12 January 20241 GBP = 1150.00 KPW
14 January 20241 GBP = 1147.89 KPW
15 January 20241 GBP = 1146.29 KPW
16 January 20241 GBP = 1144.46 KPW
17 January 20241 GBP = 1137.47 KPW
18 January 20241 GBP = 1140.92 KPW
19 January 20241 GBP = 1143.89 KPW
21 January 20241 GBP = 1143.21 KPW
22 January 20241 GBP = 1142.99 KPW
23 January 20241 GBP = 1143.63 KPW
24 January 20241 GBP = 1142.28 KPW
25 January 20241 GBP = 1144.69 KPW
26 January 20241 GBP = 1143.74 KPW
28 January 20241 GBP = 1142.57 KPW
29 January 20241 GBP = 1142.78 KPW
30 January 20241 GBP = 1144.19 KPW
31 January 20241 GBP = 1142.60 KPW

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.

01/07/2013: Exchange rate unification

North Korea unifies the official exchange rate and market rate, resulting in a significant depreciation of the won.

30/11/2009: Currency revaluation

North Korean government announces a currency revaluation, replacing the old won notes at a ratio of 1 for 100.

01/12/2001: Currency redenomination

North Korean won is redenominated, with the previous notes and coins being replaced by new ones at a ratio of 1 for 1,000.

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.

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).

25/02/1992: Introducing foreign exchange certificates

North Korea introduces foreign exchange certificates to counter hyperinflation and stabilize its economy.

06/12/1979: Second major revaluation

North Korean won undergoes its second major revaluation, with the exchange rate being set at 1 for 10.

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.

31/12/1959: First major revaluation

North Korean won undergoes its first major revaluation, with the exchange rate being set at 1 for 100.

06/12/1947: Introduction of North Korean won

North Korean won is introduced as the official currency of North Korea, replacing the Korean yen at par value.

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.