Sierra Leonean Leone to Australian Dollar — exchange rate

Country of Circulation: Sierra Leone

Currency Code, Symbol: SLL, Le

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

Denominations of banknotes in circulation: 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000 leones

History: The leone is a currency used and issued within one state – Sierra Leone. Traditionally it is symbolized as Le. On the currency exchange market, the currency is shortened to SLL.Formally, cent serves as change. One leone equals 100 cents. However, since the mid-80s, cents have never been issued anymore. The currency was established as official in 1964 after the elimination of the old currency – the West African pound. For a long time, the leone’s rate was dependent on changes in the pound sterling. Today, the currency floats independently.Read More

Country of Circulation: Australia, Ashmore and Cartier Islands, Australian Antarctic Territory, Christmas Island and others

Currency Code, Symbol: AUD, AU$

Denominations of coins in circulation: 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1, $2

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

History: The Australian dollar (symbol: $ ,code: AUD, number 036) is the currency of the Commonwealth of Australia. It is used not only on the territory of Australia, but also on the adjacent islands: Cocos Islands, Norfolk, and Christmas Islands. $ is identified as AUD or by the classic dollar sign on the global financial market.One AUD is 100 cents. It has come into action in 1966, replacing the Australian pound. Since the late 80s, banknotes have been being made from special flexible plastic instead of paper. It makes money last longer in humid Australian climate. Interestingly, all banknotes have the same height, but are different in length. On the notes you can find portraits of historical and political figures, important buildings and objects. Australia also regularly issues commemorative coins worth 50 cents.Read More