Bulgarian Lev to Swiss Franc — exchange rate

Country of Circulation: Bulgaria

Currency Code, Symbol: BGN

Denominations of coins in circulation: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 stotinki, 1, 2 leva

Denominations of banknotes in circulation: 5, 2, 10, 20, 50, 100 leva

History: The Bulgarian lev (лв.) is the national currency of Bulgaria. The rate of this national currency is tied to fluctuations of euro.The notes are also known as BGN. Minted coins named stotinka are used as change for the Bulgarian lev. 1 BGN equals 100 stotinki. The name itself comes from the French currency – centime. BGN was first issued in 1879. After several monetary reforms, the present design of the notes was shaped. The most recent change of the lev’s design dates back to 1999. Despite numerous claims made by Bulgaria on switching to euro, lev is still used for payment on the country’s territory. It is embellished with the portraits of famous cultural, historical and political figures.Read More

Country of Circulation: Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Campione d'Italia

Currency Code, Symbol: CHF, Fr

Denominations of coins in circulation: 5, 10 & 20 Rp., ​1⁄2, 1, 2 & 5 Fr

Denominations of banknotes in circulation: 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 & 1,000 francs

History: The Swiss franc (Fr) is the national currency of Switzerland. The currency is accepted for payment in Lichtenstein, and some regions of Germany and Italy as well. In the exchange offices and on the exchange market, the franc is known as CHF.A change unit for the Swiss franc is rappen (centime). One franc equals 100 rappen. First, CHF was issued in 1850. Afterwards, the look of coins and banknotes was being regularly updated. In 2016, the 9th series with an updated design came out. The Swiss franc has its own slang name. Traders call it “swissy”.Read More