Convert Saint Helena Pound to Jersey Pound
Please provide values below to convert Saint Helena Pound [SHP] to Jersey Pound [JEP], or Convert Jersey Pound to Saint Helena Pound.
How to Convert Saint Helena Pound to Jersey Pound
1 SHP = 1 JEP
Example: convert 15 SHP to JEP:
15 SHP = 15 × 1 JEP = 15 JEP
Saint Helena Pound to Jersey Pound Conversion Table
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Saint Helena Pound
The Saint Helena Pound (SHP) is the official currency of Saint Helena, a British Overseas Territory, and is pegged at par to the British Pound Sterling.
History/Origin
Introduced in 1961, replacing the Saint Helena Pound's predecessor, it has maintained a fixed exchange rate with the British Pound, reflecting the territory's historical and economic ties to the UK.
Current Use
The SHP is used for all local transactions on Saint Helena and is interchangeable with the British Pound Sterling, which is also accepted on the island.
Jersey Pound
The Jersey Pound (JEP) is the official currency of Jersey, a British Crown Dependency, used for everyday transactions and financial purposes within the island.
History/Origin
The Jersey Pound was introduced in 1961, replacing the British Pound Sterling in Jersey, and has since been pegged to the British Pound at par, maintaining its value and stability as a local currency.
Current Use
Today, the Jersey Pound is widely used for all local transactions, with banknotes and coins issued specifically for Jersey, and it is accepted alongside the British Pound Sterling within the island.