Historic Pound sterling United States dollar

Pound sterling united states dollar history for February 2023. The highest quote for this month is 1.2303 (01/02/2023) and the lowest 1.2402 (02/02/2023). The difference between high and low is -0.8.

GBP USD average rate for February 2023 is 1.20899, the change between 01/02/2023 and 28/02/2023 is +2.9 %.

01 February 20231 GBP = 1.231 USD
02 February 20231 GBP = 1.239 USD
03 February 20231 GBP = 1.222 USD
04 February 20231 GBP = 1.206 USD
05 February 20231 GBP = 1.206 USD
06 February 20231 GBP = 1.205 USD
07 February 20231 GBP = 1.203 USD
08 February 20231 GBP = 1.206 USD
09 February 20231 GBP = 1.207 USD
10 February 20231 GBP = 1.212 USD
13 February 20231 GBP = 1.205 USD
14 February 20231 GBP = 1.215 USD
17 February 20231 GBP = 1.198 USD
24 February 20231 GBP = 1.202 USD
25 February 20231 GBP = 1.194 USD
27 February 20231 GBP = 1.195 USD

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.

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).

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.