Expensive currency is the national accounting unit of a state with a stable economy. And the size of the area of the country does not matter. Support for foreign currency is ensured by world trade, natural resources, the development of the basic sectors of the economy, and the volume of exports. For several years, a dozen countries are on the leading position, whose list is presented in the rating " the most expensive currency in the world 2015 ".Leading positions of the rating are occupied by the countries of the East due to the large reserves of "black gold".The Euro-currency and the dollar fell into the top ten, as the most influential.
The list shows the currencies in relation to their value to the ruble.
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AZN 65,91 RUB
AZN AZN appeared after the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1992.In the beginning, it was in circulation together with the ruble, then it gradually ousted it and became the only currency in Azerbaijan. In 2015, I took the tenth place among the most expensive currencies in relation to the ruble. The phenomenon of Azerbaijani manat lies in a stable peg to the dollar( the rate did not change).Another reason in the large oil reserves, which made it possible to create a large gold and currency reserve of the state.
The rate is 1AZN = 65,91 RUB.
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American Dollar( USD) 69.18 RUB
American Dollar( USD) is the official currency of the United States. The position of the country as a world leader made the dollar a world convertible currency. The US dollar is the national currency in other countries and additional, where the national currency has no circulation. For example, in Zimbabwe they prefer to pay with American dollars.
The dollar issue began after the end of the Civil War, in 1861.The fact is interesting that dollars of the middle of the 19th century and today are a legal remuneration. Presidents of the USA are depicted on banknotes.
Rate 1 USD = 69,18 RUB
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Swiss Franc( CHF) 70,55 RUB
Swiss Franc( CHF) also belongs to the world reserve currency, which holds its positions firmly."Swissy", as the franc is also called, is the national currency of Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein.
The strong Swiss franc rate creates an attractive environment for investment in the Swiss economy. The strength of the currency is evidenced by the fact that in the whole history of its existence, the devaluation of the franc was only once in 1936( the franc depreciated by 30%).
The Swiss franc shows a constant liquid demand and a steady rate. The country has enough reserves to maintain the liquidity of its currency. Frank is 40% guaranteed by the state's gold and foreign currency reserves.
Course 1 CHF = 70,55 RUB
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European Euro( EUR) 75,45 RUB
European Euro( EUR) is today the second most important reserve currency in the world and the most important after the dollar. This monetary unit is also the youngest. Euro in cash has appeared in 2002.In non-cash settlement was adopted even earlier in 1999 and had the status of electronic currency. The euro is the official currency in 19 countries of Europe and 9 is recognized as equal to local currencies. The introduction of the Euro-currency allowed reducing the risk of investment between countries and strengthening the financial markets of the euro area.
Course 1 EUR = 75,75 RUB
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Special drawing rights of SDRs( XDR) 96,25 RUB
Special drawing rights of SDRs( XDR) or synthetic currency has circulation among the countries that make up the International Monetary Fund. Each participating State makes contributions to the Fund and can use SDRs in proportion to them. A country can sell SDRs or exchange for another currency. SDR funds are formed from four reserve currencies: the US dollar, the yen, the euro and the British pound. Therefore, the exchange rate to the dollar, depends on the value of American money in this reserve. It is determined daily, as are the rates of other currencies.
The currency has no expression in printed banknotes or coins.
Course 1 XDR = 96,25 RUB
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Jordan Dinar( JOD) 98.50 RUB
Jordan Dinar( JOD) is Jordan's national currency, which replaced the Palestinian pound in 1950.In the country, the US dollar is also popular.
The right to exchange foreign currencies for dinars is available only from the Central Bank of Jordan. Other financial organizations are prohibited from exchanging legislation.
Course 1 JOD = 98.50 RUB
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British Pound( GBP) 104,89 RUB
The British pound( GBP ) is one of the reserve currencies of the world due to its stability. The pound is the oldest currency in Europe. Before the Second World War, it was the reserve currency of the world. The post-war crisis and the pegging of many national currencies to the dollar weakened its positions, and the pound gave way to the US currency. However, the financial crisis of 2006 strengthened the position of the pound and brought it to the leading position.
On all paper pounds depicts the Queen of Great Britain Elizabeth II.On the reverse side of the banknote are well-known social and political figures.
Interesting fact that until 1971 the pound sterling had no components. And only since 1971 the pound was divided into 100 pence.
Today, the pound is a stable currency. This is confirmed by foreign holders of sterling. It ranks third in the world in reserve volumes.
Course 1 GBP = 104,89 RUB
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Omani Rial( OMR) 181,44 RUB
The Omani Rial( OMR ) is the national currency of Oman, which appeared in 1974.High quotes are surely provided by large volumes of oil industry working for oil exports, as well as all countries of the Middle East. Rial is tied to the rate of the American dollar. The notes on the banknotes are bilingual: Arabic and English. Coins are minted only in Arabic.
Course 1 OMR = 181,44 RUB
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Bahrain Dinar( BHD) 185,21 RUB
Bahrain Dinar( BHD) The ranks second among the most expensive currencies in the world. The high rate of dinar was provided by the oil reserves of the Kingdom of Bahrain.
As a national currency the dinar appeared in 1965 and immediately its rate was tightly tied to the dollar rate. The Bahraini dinar is a freely convertible currency. There are no restrictions on the export and import of currency. The position of the currency is so stable in the country that residents prefer to pay only dinars, ignoring dollars and euros.
Course 1 BHD = 185,21 RUB
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Kuwait Dinar( KWD) 230,38 RUB
Kuwait Dinar( KWD) The continues to be the world's most expensive currency .The conclusion of it on the top line is due to the export orientation of the Kuwaiti oil industry. The country is recognized as the world leader in terms of living standards. Every 15 residents of the emirate are a millionaire. The Kuwaiti dinar is a freely convertible currency, the import and export of which is also not controlled.
The appeal came in 1961.The re-issue of paper money was made after the war with Iraq. The warring party has taken out huge stocks of money. To stop their circulation, it was decided to issue banknotes with a new design and exchanged.
Kuwait has the idea of creating a single currency of Arab countries, so as not to be tied to the rate of the US dollar.
Course 1 KWD = 230,38 RUB
