Historic South African rand South Korean Won

South African rand south korean won history for October 2023. The highest quote for this month is 71.891 (30/10/2023) and the lowest 72.129 (31/10/2023). The difference between high and low is -0.33.

ZAR KRW average rate for October 2023 is 70.97661, the change between 01/10/2023 and 31/10/2023 is +0.09 %.

01 October 20231 ZAR = 71.64 KRW
02 October 20231 ZAR = 71.61 KRW
03 October 20231 ZAR = 70.49 KRW
04 October 20231 ZAR = 70.43 KRW
05 October 20231 ZAR = 69.94 KRW
06 October 20231 ZAR = 69.00 KRW
07 October 20231 ZAR = 69.68 KRW
09 October 20231 ZAR = 69.40 KRW
10 October 20231 ZAR = 70.37 KRW
11 October 20231 ZAR = 70.63 KRW
12 October 20231 ZAR = 71.15 KRW
13 October 20231 ZAR = 70.92 KRW
16 October 20231 ZAR = 71.27 KRW
17 October 20231 ZAR = 71.79 KRW
18 October 20231 ZAR = 71.99 KRW
19 October 20231 ZAR = 71.40 KRW
20 October 20231 ZAR = 71.38 KRW
21 October 20231 ZAR = 71.45 KRW
22 October 20231 ZAR = 71.08 KRW
23 October 20231 ZAR = 71.13 KRW
24 October 20231 ZAR = 70.42 KRW
25 October 20231 ZAR = 70.68 KRW
26 October 20231 ZAR = 70.72 KRW
27 October 20231 ZAR = 71.32 KRW
28 October 20231 ZAR = 71.84 KRW
29 October 20231 ZAR = 71.84 KRW
30 October 20231 ZAR = 72.22 KRW
31 October 20231 ZAR = 71.57 KRW

23/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Impact

The rand experienced significant volatility and depreciation as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting the country's economy and trade balance.

15/12/2008: Global Financial Crisis Impact

The rand plunged against major currencies due to the global financial crisis and concerns about South Africa's economic stability.

27/10/2008: Global Financial Crisis

The Korean Won faced significant volatility during the global financial crisis, as global markets tumbled and investor confidence wavered.

09/11/2001: Rand Weakens to Record Low

The rand weakened to an all-time low against the US dollar, due to global economic uncertainty and domestic political concerns.

01/01/1998: Establishment of IMF Program

South Korea agreed to an International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout package, which stabilized the value of the Korean Won and initiated economic reforms.

03/12/1997: Asian Financial Crisis

The Korean Won experienced a sharp depreciation during the Asian Financial Crisis, causing severe economic hardships and requiring international assistance.

01/01/1995: Establishment of Reserve Bank Independence

The South African Reserve Bank gained independence, allowing it to have more control over monetary policy.

27/04/1994: First Democratic Elections

The first democratic elections were held in South Africa, marking the end of apartheid and bringing political stability, positively affecting the rand's value.

01/08/1982: Currency Decimalization

The rand was decimalized, with 1 rand being equal to 100 cents.

27/02/1980: Declaration of Martial Law

Amidst political turmoil, President Chun Doo-hwan declared martial law, causing economic instability and impacting the value of the Korean Won.

22/06/1962: Introduction of the Hwan

To combat inflation, the South Korean government introduced the Hwan as the new currency, replacing the old Korean Won.

14/09/1961: Introduction of the Rand

The South African rand was introduced as the official currency, replacing the South African pound.

27/07/1953: Armistice Agreement

Following the Korean War, the Armistice Agreement was signed, stabilizing the region and aiding in the recovery of the Korean Won.

15/08/1945: Liberation from Japanese Rule

Upon the end of Japanese colonial rule, the Korean Won was introduced as the official currency of South Korea.