Convert Swiss Franc to Costa Rican Colón
Please provide values below to convert Swiss Franc [CHF] to Costa Rican Colón [CRC], or Convert Costa Rican Colón to Swiss Franc.
How to Convert Swiss Franc to Costa Rican Colón
1 CHF = 0.0015761817893401 CRC
Example: convert 15 CHF to CRC:
15 CHF = 15 × 0.0015761817893401 CRC = 0.0236427268401015 CRC
Swiss Franc to Costa Rican Colón Conversion Table
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Swiss Franc
The Swiss Franc (CHF) is the official currency of Switzerland and Liechtenstein, used as a standard monetary unit for transactions and financial purposes.
History/Origin
The Swiss Franc was introduced in 1850, replacing various local currencies, and has since become a stable and widely recognized currency, with its value historically linked to gold until the abandonment of the gold standard in the 20th century.
Current Use
Today, the Swiss Franc is used primarily in Switzerland and Liechtenstein for everyday transactions, banking, and international trade, and is considered a major reserve currency globally.
Costa Rican Colón
The Costa Rican Colón (CRC) is the official currency of Costa Rica, used for everyday transactions within the country.
History/Origin
Introduced in 1896, the Colón replaced the Costa Rican peso and was named after Christopher Columbus (Cristóbal Colón). It has undergone various devaluations and redesigns over the years to stabilize the economy.
Current Use
The CRC remains the official currency of Costa Rica, widely used in all economic activities, with banknotes and coins circulating throughout the country. It is also used in currency conversions and financial transactions domestically.