Historic South African rand Sri Lankan rupee

South African rand sri lankan rupee history for January 2024. The highest quote for this month is 17.54 (01/01/2024) and the lowest 17.605 (01/01/2024). The difference between high and low is -0.37.

ZAR LKR average rate for January 2024 is 16.99648, the change between 01/01/2024 and 31/01/2024 is +4.99 %.

01 January 20241 ZAR = 17.59 LKR
02 January 20241 ZAR = 17.58 LKR
03 January 20241 ZAR = 17.19 LKR
04 January 20241 ZAR = 17.11 LKR
05 January 20241 ZAR = 17.11 LKR
06 January 20241 ZAR = 17.22 LKR
08 January 20241 ZAR = 17.13 LKR
09 January 20241 ZAR = 17.20 LKR
10 January 20241 ZAR = 17.13 LKR
11 January 20241 ZAR = 17.16 LKR
12 January 20241 ZAR = 17.14 LKR
13 January 20241 ZAR = 17.28 LKR
15 January 20241 ZAR = 17.13 LKR
16 January 20241 ZAR = 17.10 LKR
17 January 20241 ZAR = 16.82 LKR
18 January 20241 ZAR = 16.66 LKR
19 January 20241 ZAR = 16.81 LKR
22 January 20241 ZAR = 16.67 LKR
23 January 20241 ZAR = 16.51 LKR
24 January 20241 ZAR = 16.74 LKR
25 January 20241 ZAR = 16.70 LKR
26 January 20241 ZAR = 16.71 LKR
29 January 20241 ZAR = 16.78 LKR
30 January 20241 ZAR = 16.75 LKR
31 January 20241 ZAR = 16.71 LKR

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.

16/12/2016: Demonetization of 50 Rupee Note

The 50 Rupee banknote was demonetized, leading to widespread confusion and inconvenience as people rushed to exchange their old notes.

01/01/2010: Decimalization of Rupee

The Rupee was decimalized, with the introduction of coins denominated in cents, replacing the previous system of cents represented as a fraction of a Rupee.

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.

17/08/2005: Series of New Banknotes

A new series of banknotes featuring improved security features and a more vibrant design was introduced to combat counterfeiting.

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.

01/06/2001: Introduction of 10 Rupee Coin

The 10 Rupee coin was introduced, replacing the 10 Rupee banknotes, to reduce the cost of production and improve durability.

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.

01/07/1977: Floating Exchange Rate

Sri Lanka shifted to a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the value of the Rupee to fluctuate based on market forces.

22/05/1972: Ceylon becomes Sri Lanka

The country changes its name from Ceylon to Sri Lanka, and the currency is renamed Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR).

22/06/1966: Introduction of the Ceylon Rupee

The Ceylon Rupee was established as the official currency of Sri Lanka, replacing the Indian Rupee at a rate of 1:2.

14/09/1961: Introduction of the Rand

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