Historic Pound sterling United States dollar

Pound sterling united states dollar history for June 2023. The highest quote for this month is 1.2787 (19/06/2023) and the lowest 1.2848 (16/06/2023). The difference between high and low is -0.48.

GBP USD average rate for June 2023 is 1.26654, the change between 01/06/2023 and 30/06/2023 is -1.63 %.

02 June 20231 GBP = 1.253 USD
09 June 20231 GBP = 1.256 USD
12 June 20231 GBP = 1.258 USD
13 June 20231 GBP = 1.252 USD
16 June 20231 GBP = 1.279 USD
19 June 20231 GBP = 1.283 USD
20 June 20231 GBP = 1.280 USD
26 June 20231 GBP = 1.273 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.