Currency

In the United Kingdom we use a special kind of currency called the British Pound, often represented by the symbol "£." In the UK, our money comes in two forms: coins and banknotes. Coins come in different sizes and values, like the shiny one-pound coin or the tiny 1p and 2p coins. Banknotes come in £5, £10, £20, and £50 denominations. On our coins and banknotes, you'll find pictures of important people from British history, like the Queen, Charles Darwin, and even the author Jane Austen. In the UK, we have different designs of banknotes for Scotland, Northern Ireland, and England. They each have unique symbols and pictures. Not all money is the same. Different countries have their own currencies, like the United States has the dollar, Europe has the euro, and Japan has the yen. So, when you travel, you need to exchange your money for the local currency. Historical currency refers to money used in the past, like ancient coins and banknotes. These currencies often hold historical and artistic value, reflecting the culture and economy of their time. They're like time capsules, offering glimpses into bygone eras and the ways people conducted trade and commerce in the past.