Historic Falkland Islands pound United States dollar

Falkland Islands pound united states dollar history for January 2024. The highest quote for this month is 1.2762 (12/01/2024) and the lowest 1.2784 (12/01/2024). The difference between high and low is -0.17.

FKP USD average rate for January 2024 is 1.27109, the change between 01/01/2024 and 31/01/2024 is +0.08 %.

01 January 20241 FKP = 1.274 USD
02 January 20241 FKP = 1.264 USD
03 January 20241 FKP = 1.265 USD
04 January 20241 FKP = 1.271 USD
05 January 20241 FKP = 1.273 USD
08 January 20241 FKP = 1.273 USD
09 January 20241 FKP = 1.273 USD
10 January 20241 FKP = 1.273 USD
11 January 20241 FKP = 1.275 USD
12 January 20241 FKP = 1.276 USD
15 January 20241 FKP = 1.273 USD
16 January 20241 FKP = 1.266 USD
17 January 20241 FKP = 1.266 USD
18 January 20241 FKP = 1.267 USD
19 January 20241 FKP = 1.271 USD
22 January 20241 FKP = 1.273 USD
23 January 20241 FKP = 1.269 USD
24 January 20241 FKP = 1.276 USD
25 January 20241 FKP = 1.273 USD
26 January 20241 FKP = 1.275 USD
29 January 20241 FKP = 1.269 USD
30 January 20241 FKP = 1.270 USD
31 January 20241 FKP = 1.273 USD

18/07/2016: New Polymer Banknotes Issued

The Falkland Islands government introduces new polymer banknotes to replace the older paper versions, enhancing the durability and security of their currency.

14/06/1983: Pegging to the Pound Sterling

The Falkland Islands pound (FKP) is officially pegged to the British pound sterling (GBP) at a 1:1 ratio, ensuring a stable exchange rate.

14/05/1971: New Decimalized Currency Introduced

The Falkland Islands pound (FKP) is decimalized, with the introduction of a new currency system based on the decimal system.

28/04/1899: Currency Board Established

The Falkland Islands Currency Board is established, introducing the first Falkland Islands pound (FKP) as the official currency.

02/01/1833: Argentina Removed from Islands

British forces remove Argentine authorities from the Falkland Islands, solidifying British control over the territory.

03/01/1829: First British Colony Declared

British Captain Onslow declares the Falkland Islands a British colony, leading to the establishment of a formal British presence in the region.

02/01/1764: First British Settlement

British Captain Byron claims the Falkland Islands for Britain, establishing the first permanent British settlement in the region.