Peruvian Sol

The Peruvian sol (PEN) is the official currency of Peru. It is subdivided into 100 céntimos. The symbol for the sol is S/, while the ISO 4217 currency code is PEN.

History

The sol has a rich history and has gone through several changes over the years:

• The original sol was introduced in 1863.
• It was replaced by the inti in 1985.
• In 1991, the sol was reintroduced as the new sol.

Current Usage

Denominations

The current denominations of the sol include:

• Coins: 5, 10, 20, 50 céntimos; 1, 2, 5 soles.
• Banknotes: 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 soles.

Exchange Rate

As of today, the exchange rate is approximately 3.7 PEN to 1 USD.

Conclusion

The Peruvian sol plays a crucial role in the country's economy and is widely used across Peru.