South Korean Won to Malaysian Ringgit — exchange rate

Country of Circulation: South Korea

Currency Code, Symbol: KRW, ₩

Denominations of coins in circulation: ₩10, ₩50, ₩100, ₩500

Denominations of banknotes in circulation: ₩1,000, ₩5,000, ₩10,000, ₩50,000

History: The South Korean won (₩) is the official currency of South Korea. The banknotes are not used in other countries. An international name, used in exchange, is KRW.Chon, a small coin, is used for exchange. One KRW has 100 chon. The currency first appeared in the country in 1945, replacing the Korean yen. Afterwards, there was the South Korean hwan, but in 1962, the won was restored as an official currency again. The notes and coins of South Korea are unique in their colorful design. There are important figures, cultural and religious objects printed on them.Read More

Country of Circulation: Malaysia

Currency Code, Symbol: MYR, RN

Denominations of coins in circulation: RM2, RM60, RM500, RM600, RM1000

Denominations of banknotes in circulation: RM1, RM5, RM10, RM20, RM50, RM100

History: The Malaysian ringgit (RM) is the currency circulating in Malaysia. The currency is not used for payment in other countries. The currency has an international name.It is abbreviated to MYR. Sen is used as change for the Malaysian ringgit. One MYR equals 100 sen. In 1967, the ringgit has become a unified official currency on the territory of the country. It has replaced another currency which was the Malaya and British Borneo dollar. Up until the 90s of the past century, the currency was defined with the sign of the American dollar. Afterwards, a new symbol – RM – has appeared in order to avoid confusion.Read More