Historic Swiss franc Pound sterling

Swiss franc pound sterling history for February 2024. The highest quote for this month is 0.9162 (05/02/2024) and the lowest 0.9166 (01/02/2024). The difference between high and low is -0.04.

CHF GBP average rate for February 2024 is 0.90334, the change between 01/02/2024 and 29/02/2024 is +1.75 %.

01 February 20241 CHF = 0.9147 GBP
02 February 20241 CHF = 0.9147 GBP
05 February 20241 CHF = 0.9138 GBP
06 February 20241 CHF = 0.9163 GBP
07 February 20241 CHF = 0.9123 GBP
08 February 20241 CHF = 0.9062 GBP
09 February 20241 CHF = 0.9072 GBP
11 February 20241 CHF = 0.9059 GBP
12 February 20241 CHF = 0.9052 GBP
13 February 20241 CHF = 0.9042 GBP
14 February 20241 CHF = 0.8950 GBP
15 February 20241 CHF = 0.8989 GBP
16 February 20241 CHF = 0.9021 GBP
19 February 20241 CHF = 0.9004 GBP
20 February 20241 CHF = 0.9000 GBP
21 February 20241 CHF = 0.8981 GBP
22 February 20241 CHF = 0.8999 GBP
23 February 20241 CHF = 0.8974 GBP
25 February 20241 CHF = 0.8970 GBP
26 February 20241 CHF = 0.8954 GBP
27 February 20241 CHF = 0.8960 GBP
28 February 20241 CHF = 0.8973 GBP
29 February 20241 CHF = 0.8987 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.

15/01/2015: Removal of Minimum Exchange Rate

The Swiss National Bank unexpectedly abandoned the minimum exchange rate, causing the Swiss franc (CHF) to surge in value.

06/09/2011: Implementation of Minimum Exchange Rate

The Swiss National Bank imposed a minimum exchange rate pegging the Swiss franc (CHF) to the Euro to prevent excessive appreciation.

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.

13/09/1999: Introduction of Euro

Switzerland decided not to join the Eurozone and maintain the Swiss franc (CHF) as its official currency.

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).

08/05/1973: Floatation of Swiss Franc

Switzerland abandoned the fixed exchange rate system, allowing the Swiss franc (CHF) to float freely against other currencies.

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.

01/05/1936: Introduction of Swiss National Bank

The Swiss National Bank was established as the central bank responsible for issuing and managing the Swiss franc (CHF).

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.

24/11/1907: Gold Standard Referendum

Switzerland voted to adopt the gold standard, making the Swiss franc (CHF) fully convertible into gold.

06/06/1850: Currency Act of 1850

The Swiss franc (CHF) was introduced as the official currency of Switzerland.

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.