United States dollar sri lankan rupee history for March 2024. The highest quote for this month is 307.23 (09/03/2024) and the lowest 307.23 (09/03/2024). The difference between high and low is 0.
USD LKR average rate for March 2024 is 305.03667, the change between 01/03/2024 and 31/03/2024 is +0.29 %.
| 01 March 2024 | 1 USD = 306.6 LKR |
| 04 March 2024 | 1 USD = 304.2 LKR |
| 05 March 2024 | 1 USD = 305.0 LKR |
| 06 March 2024 | 1 USD = 305.0 LKR |
| 07 March 2024 | 1 USD = 304.7 LKR |
| 08 March 2024 | 1 USD = 302.9 LKR |
| 09 March 2024 | 1 USD = 307.2 LKR |
| 11 March 2024 | 1 USD = 304.0 LKR |
| 12 March 2024 | 1 USD = 305.7 LKR |
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.