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South Korean Won (KRW)

The KRW is the official currency of South Korea, with the symbol ₩.

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South Korean Won to Australian Dollars: Exchange rates today

KRW
GBP
1 KRW0.00 GBP
10 KRW0.00 GBP
20 KRW0.00 GBP
50 KRW0.02 GBP
100 KRW0.04 GBP
250 KRW0.12 GBP
300 KRW0.14 GBP
500 KRW0.24 GBP
1,000 KRW0.49 GBP
2,000 KRW0.98 GBP
5,000 KRW2.47 GBP
10,000 KRW4.94 GBP
GBP
KRW
1 GBP1,996 KRW
10 GBP19,960 KRW
20 GBP39,920 KRW
50 GBP99,802 KRW
100 GBP199,604 KRW
250 GBP499,011 KRW
300 GBP598,813 KRW
500 GBP998,022 KRW
1,000 GBP1,999,664 KRW
2,000 GBP3,999,329 KRW
5,000 GBP9,998,323 KRW
10,000 GBP19,999,308 KRW

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Learn more about the South Korean Won

  • History

    The South Korean Won was established as the official currency of South Korea in 1962. Its introduction was a key development for the nation, and it continues to be a central part of the economic landscape of both South Korea and Asia. Check our guide about the evolution of KRW to GBP to learn more about their exchange rate history.
  • Characteristics

    The South Korean Won is divided into Jeon. You'll find South Korean Won banknotes in 1000, 5000, 10000, 50000 won and coins in 10, 50, 100, 500 won.
  • Monetary policy

    The South Korean Won is managed by the Bank of Korea, which is responsible for the currency's monetary policy and currency's value. This approach allows the currency to fluctuate based on market conditions, while the central bank retains the ability to intervene to maintain stability and control inflation. This strategic management is crucial for supporting the economic growth and stability of South Korea.
  • Currency exchange

    The value of the South Korean Won is determined by a floating exchange rate. This means its value can fluctuate based on global supply and demand, reflecting the country's economic strength and market conditions.

Facts table for the South Korean Won (KRW)

Currency nameSouth Korean Won
Currency codeKRW
Currency symbol

Minor unit

Jeon

Minor unit symbol-
Notes frequently used

1000, 5000, 10000, 50000 won

Coins frequently used10, 50, 100, 500 won
Central bank

Bank of Korea

Users

South Korea

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