What To Spend Your Pounds On:
Entry to Westminster Abbey
20 GBP
Pint of Guinness
4 GBP
Fish and chips
5 GBP
Postcard and a stamp
1.5 GBP
3 mile taxi ride
15 GBP
A Deep Dive On Pounds
One of the oldest currencies in the entire world, British Pounds date back to the 8th century and are the 4th most traded currency in the foreign exchange market.
The first decimal coins were introduced in 1968. In 2016, the polymer £5 note was introduced, making for a stronger, safer, longer lasting note.
Today, the bills in circulation for British Pounds are £5, £10, £20, and £50 notes, although £50 are quite uncommon.
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