Convert Sri Lankan Rupee to Swiss Franc
Please provide values below to convert Sri Lankan Rupee [LKR] to Swiss Franc [CHF], or Convert Swiss Franc to Sri Lankan Rupee.
How to Convert Sri Lankan Rupee to Swiss Franc
1 LKR = 379.340545980626 CHF
Example: convert 15 LKR to CHF:
15 LKR = 15 × 379.340545980626 CHF = 5690.1081897094 CHF
Sri Lankan Rupee to Swiss Franc 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.
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.