Convert British Pound Sterling to Costa Rican Colón
Please provide values below to convert British Pound Sterling [GBP] to Costa Rican Colón [CRC], or Convert Costa Rican Colón to British Pound Sterling.
How to Convert British Pound Sterling to Costa Rican Colón
1 GBP = 0.00146771890862944 CRC
Example: convert 15 GBP to CRC:
15 GBP = 15 × 0.00146771890862944 CRC = 0.0220157836294416 CRC
British Pound Sterling to Costa Rican Colón Conversion Table
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British Pound Sterling
The British Pound Sterling (GBP) is the official currency of the United Kingdom and its territories, used as a standard unit of monetary value.
History/Origin
The Pound Sterling is one of the oldest currencies still in use, dating back to the 8th century. It was originally a silver coin and has evolved through various forms, including the gold standard and fiat currency, becoming the UK's primary currency in the 19th century.
Current Use
Today, the GBP is widely used in the UK and its territories, serving as the main currency for everyday transactions, banking, and international trade. It is also 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.