Convert British Pound Sterling to Kenyan Shilling
Please provide values below to convert British Pound Sterling [GBP] to Kenyan Shilling [KES], or Convert Kenyan Shilling to British Pound Sterling.
How to Convert British Pound Sterling to Kenyan Shilling
1 GBP = 0.00573081431449334 KES
Example: convert 15 GBP to KES:
15 GBP = 15 × 0.00573081431449334 KES = 0.0859622147174001 KES
British Pound Sterling to Kenyan Shilling 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.
Kenyan Shilling
The Kenyan Shilling (KES) is the official currency of Kenya, used as the country's legal tender for all transactions.
History/Origin
Introduced in 1966, replacing the East African shilling, the Kenyan Shilling has undergone various denominations and reforms to stabilize and modernize Kenya's currency system.
Current Use
The KES is widely used in Kenya for everyday transactions, banking, and trade, and is also accepted in some neighboring regions for cross-border commerce.