Saint Helena pound pound sterling history for August 2023. The highest quote for this month is 1.0072 (01/08/2023) and the lowest 0.9997 (07/08/2023). The difference between high and low is 0.74.
SHP GBP average rate for August 2023 is 1.00086, the change between 01/08/2023 and 31/08/2023 is -0.08 %.
| 01 August 2023 | 1 SHP = 1.000 GBP |
| 03 August 2023 | 1 SHP = 0.9995 GBP |
| 04 August 2023 | 1 SHP = 1.003 GBP |
| 07 August 2023 | 1 SHP = 1.003 GBP |
| 08 August 2023 | 1 SHP = 0.9989 GBP |
| 10 August 2023 | 1 SHP = 1.000 GBP |
| 11 August 2023 | 1 SHP = 1.002 GBP |
| 14 August 2023 | 1 SHP = 0.9995 GBP |
| 17 August 2023 | 1 SHP = 1.004 GBP |
| 18 August 2023 | 1 SHP = 0.9985 GBP |
| 21 August 2023 | 1 SHP = 1.001 GBP |
| 28 August 2023 | 1 SHP = 1.001 GBP |
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.