Sri Lankan rupee united states dollar history for July 2023. The highest quote for this month is 0.003282 (05/07/2023) and the lowest 0.0033 (05/07/2023). The difference between high and low is -0.55.
LKR USD average rate for July 2023 is 0.00314, the change between 01/07/2023 and 31/07/2023 is +6.97 %.
| 05 July 2023 | 1 LKR = 0.0033 USD |
| 25 July 2023 | 1 LKR = 0.0030 USD |
| 31 July 2023 | 1 LKR = 0.0031 USD |
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.
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.
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.
01/07/1977: 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.