Syrian Pound in Lebanese Pound

SYP Syrian Pound

Country of application:
Syria

Coin denominations in circulation:
5, 10, 25, 50 lbs.

Denominations of banknotes in circulation:
10, 100, 200, 500, 1000, 2000 lbs.

History reference:
The Syrian pound, sometimes the currency of Syria, is issued by the Central Bank of Syria. In 1920, the Syrian Arab Kingdom was created, but the independent state was only a few months old, after whi...ch its territory was occupied by the French army. In this regard, the Egyptian pound was replaced by the Syrian pound, which was pegged to the French franc at a ratio of 1:20 (1 franc to 20 Syrian pounds). In 1926, the French mandated territory was divided into Lebanon and Syria and the Bank of Syria was renamed the Bank of Syria and Lebanon. It is interesting that the Syrian 10 pounds coin in terms of its characteristics and size completely coincides with the 20 Norwegian kroner coin.

LBP Lebanese Pound

Country of application:
Lebanon

Coin denominations in circulation:
25, 50, 100, 250, 500 Lebanese pounds.

Denominations of banknotes in circulation:
1,000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000, 50,000, 100,000 Lebanese pounds.

History reference:
The national currency of Lebanon is the Lebanese lira, also known as the Lebanese pound. The currency did not reach its first form, it went through several changes that added face value. The design c...hanged a little, and security elements were added. Now the currency has a presentable appearance, it has many elements of protection, but there was still a new wave of inflation. The currency can be considered special in its own way, the coins have a very original design, and are carriers of attractions, some coins are issued specifically for connoisseurs and collectors who will undoubtedly be interested in such coins. Lebanese banks are open from Monday to Friday from 8.00 to 14.00, on Saturday - from 8.00 to 12.30. Some Lebanese banks may be open until 17.00. You can exchange money in any Lebanese bank, in hotels, specialized Lebanese exchange offices and private money changers. In the latter case, the Lebanese pound will be more profitable. Banks, large hotels and restaurants accept credit cards of the worlds major payment systems. Only major Lebanese banks accept travelers checks, but they often take a very long time to cash.