Historic Swiss franc Pound sterling

Swiss franc pound sterling history for January 2024. The highest quote for this month is 0.9357 (01/01/2024) and the lowest 0.9341 (01/01/2024). The difference between high and low is 0.17.

CHF GBP average rate for January 2024 is 0.9178, the change between 01/01/2024 and 31/01/2024 is +2.18 %.

01 January 20241 CHF = 0.9343 GBP
02 January 20241 CHF = 0.9332 GBP
03 January 20241 CHF = 0.9319 GBP
04 January 20241 CHF = 0.9294 GBP
05 January 20241 CHF = 0.9275 GBP
08 January 20241 CHF = 0.9243 GBP
09 January 20241 CHF = 0.9254 GBP
10 January 20241 CHF = 0.9228 GBP
11 January 20241 CHF = 0.9225 GBP
12 January 20241 CHF = 0.9196 GBP
14 January 20241 CHF = 0.9215 GBP
15 January 20241 CHF = 0.9201 GBP
16 January 20241 CHF = 0.9187 GBP
17 January 20241 CHF = 0.9186 GBP
18 January 20241 CHF = 0.9127 GBP
19 January 20241 CHF = 0.9064 GBP
21 January 20241 CHF = 0.9066 GBP
22 January 20241 CHF = 0.9067 GBP
23 January 20241 CHF = 0.9055 GBP
24 January 20241 CHF = 0.9060 GBP
25 January 20241 CHF = 0.9110 GBP
26 January 20241 CHF = 0.9077 GBP
28 January 20241 CHF = 0.9120 GBP
29 January 20241 CHF = 0.9114 GBP
30 January 20241 CHF = 0.9132 GBP
31 January 20241 CHF = 0.9139 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.