Convert Sri Lankan Rupee to United States Dollar
Please provide values below to convert Sri Lankan Rupee [LKR] to United States Dollar [USD], or Convert United States Dollar to Sri Lankan Rupee.
How to Convert Sri Lankan Rupee to United States Dollar
1 LKR = 301.5378 USD
Example: convert 15 LKR to USD:
15 LKR = 15 × 301.5378 USD = 4523.067 USD
Sri Lankan Rupee to United States Dollar Conversion Table
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Sri Lankan Rupee
The Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) is the official currency of Sri Lanka, used for all monetary transactions within the country.
History/Origin
The Sri Lankan Rupee was introduced in 1872 during British colonial rule, replacing the Indian Rupee. It has undergone various changes and decimalization over the years, with the current form established in 1978.
Current Use
Today, the LKR is the legal tender in Sri Lanka, used in everyday transactions, banking, and trade. It is managed by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka 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.