Convert Ghanaian Cedi to United States Dollar
Please provide values below to convert Ghanaian Cedi [GHS] to United States Dollar [USD], or Convert United States Dollar to Ghanaian Cedi.
How to Convert Ghanaian Cedi to United States Dollar
1 GHS = 10.8778 USD
Example: convert 15 GHS to USD:
15 GHS = 15 × 10.8778 USD = 163.167 USD
Ghanaian Cedi to United States Dollar Conversion Table
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Ghanaian Cedi
The Ghanaian Cedi (GHS) is the official currency of Ghana, used for all monetary transactions within the country.
History/Origin
The Cedi was introduced in 1965, replacing the Ghanaian Pound. It has undergone several redenominations, with the current decimalized form adopted in 2007 to facilitate easier transactions.
Current Use
Today, the GHS is widely used across Ghana for everyday purchases, banking, and financial transactions, and is actively traded in foreign exchange markets.
United States Dollar
The United States Dollar (USD) is the official currency of the United States of America, used as a standard unit of monetary value and exchange.
History/Origin
The USD was established in 1792 with the Coinage Act, replacing the Continental Congress's Continental Currency. It has since become one of the world's dominant reserve currencies, influenced by the economic growth of the U.S. and global financial markets.
Current Use
The USD is widely used domestically and internationally for trade, investment, and as a reserve currency. It is the most traded currency in the foreign exchange market and is used as the standard currency in many international transactions.