Convert British Pound Sterling to Mauritanian Ouguiya
Please provide values below to convert British Pound Sterling [GBP] to Mauritanian Ouguiya [MRU], or Convert Mauritanian Ouguiya to British Pound Sterling.
How to Convert British Pound Sterling to Mauritanian Ouguiya
1 GBP = 0.0185229209259959 MRU
Example: convert 15 GBP to MRU:
15 GBP = 15 × 0.0185229209259959 MRU = 0.277843813889939 MRU
British Pound Sterling to Mauritanian Ouguiya 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.
Mauritanian Ouguiya
The Mauritanian Ouguiya (MRU) is the official currency of Mauritania, used for all monetary transactions within the country.
History/Origin
The Ouguiya was introduced in 1973, replacing the CFA franc at par, and has undergone various redenominations and updates since its inception to modernize the currency system.
Current Use
Today, the MRU is actively used in Mauritania for everyday transactions, banking, and trade, with coins and banknotes issued by the Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO).