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Currency of United Kingdom — Pound Sterling (GBP £)
🇬🇧 Official currency of United Kingdom
Currency Name Pound Sterling
Currency Code GBP
Symbol £
Subunit 100 Penny = 1 Sterling
Central Bank Bank of England
Banknotes
£5£10£20£50
Coins
1p2p5p10p20p50p£1£2
Did You Know?
The pound sterling is the oldest currency still in use, dating back over 1,200 years to Anglo-Saxon England.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the currency of United Kingdom?
The official currency of United Kingdom is the Pound Sterling (GBP), symbolized by £. It is managed by the Bank of England.
What are the denominations of the Pound Sterling?
Pound Sterling banknotes come in denominations of £5, £10, £20, £50. Coins are available as 1p, 2p, 5p, 10p, 20p, 50p, £1, £2.
What is the subunit of the Pound Sterling?
The Pound Sterling is divided into 100 pennys. So 1 Sterling = 100 pennys.