Every world currency has an assigned code, used on currency exchange markets, and a currency code symbol which is typically used when pricing goods in a store, or dishes in a restaurant for example. Some of them might be familiar - some less so. If you’re wondering which currency symbol you need, we have you covered.
What currency symbols are used to denote a number a monetary value?
This page lists global currency symbols used to denote that a number is a monetary value, such as the dollar sign "$", the Pound sign "£", and the Euro sign "€". This list is constantly under development and we rely on input from users like you to keep it as complete and accurate as possible.
What symbols are used in a currency?
Some of the most common symbols are the dollar sign ($) , the pound sign (£) and the euro sign (€). The dollar sign originated in the early 17th century, when it was used to represent the Spanish peso. The pound sign originated in the 8th century, when it was used to represent the British pound sterling.
