SVC to SGD Exchange Rate - Convert El Salvador Colon to Singapore Dollar

Converting from El Salvador Colon (SVC) to Singapore Dollar (SGD)

What is El Salvador Colon (SVC)

The El Salvador Colon (SVC) was the official currency of El Salvador from 1892 until 2001. Named after Christopher Columbus, the term "colon" reflects the historical ties to Spanish colonization. The colon was subdivided into 100 centavos, allowing for a range of denominations in coins and banknotes.

In 2001, El Salvador made a significant shift by adopting the United States Dollar (USD) as its official currency. This move aimed to stabilize the economy, attract foreign investment, and simplify trade. Although the colon is no longer in use, it is still important to understand its historical context and conversion to other currencies, especially for researchers and those exploring El Salvador's financial history.

What is Singapore Dollar (SGD)

The Singapore Dollar (SGD) is the official currency of Singapore, a thriving financial hub in Southeast Asia. Introduced in 1967, the SGD replaced the Malaya and British Borneo dollar. The Singapore Dollar is abbreviated as SGD and is often denoted by the symbol "S$" to differentiate it from other dollar-denominated currencies.

The SGD is subdivided into 100 cents and is available in various denominations of coins and banknotes. The currency is managed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore, which ensures stability and confidence in its value. The SGD is recognized for its strength and stability, often ranking as one of the top currencies in the world. Due to Singapore's robust economy and status as a global financial center, the SGD is widely traded, making it easy to conduct currency conversion transactions.

Conversion Rates and Process

When converting from the now-defunct El Salvador Colon (SVC) to the Singapore Dollar (SGD), it is essential to understand the historical rates since the colon is no longer officially used. To perform this conversion, you would need to refer to historical exchange rates. For example, before the introduction of the US dollar, the conversion rate might have been around $1 USD = 8.75 SVC.

To convert to SGD, you would then need the current exchange rate between USD and SGD. As of the latest information, assume the rate is around $1 USD = $1.35 SGD. Therefore, the conversion process would look like this:

  1. Convert SVC to USD using the appropriate historical rate.
  2. Convert the resulting USD to SGD with the current exchange rate.

The formula for conversion can be summarized as:

Amount in SGD = ❰ Amount in SVC × SVC to USD rate ❱ × USD to SGD rate

This method illustrates how to transition values from an outdated currency to one that is currently relevant in international markets. Understanding these conversions is crucial for historical economics or when dealing with legacy financial contexts.

El Salvador Colon to Singapore Dollar conversion table

SVC to SGD conversion table

El Salvador Colon (SVC)Singapore Dollar (SGD)
1 SVC0.15024234643 SGD
2 SVC0.30048469285 SGD
3 SVC0.45072703928 SGD
4 SVC0.6009693857 SGD
5 SVC0.75121173213 SGD
6 SVC0.90145407856 SGD
7 SVC1.05169642498 SGD
8 SVC1.20193877141 SGD
9 SVC1.35218111783 SGD
10 SVC1.50242346426 SGD
100 SVC15.02423464261 SGD
200 SVC30.04846928521 SGD
300 SVC45.07270392782 SGD
400 SVC60.09693857042 SGD
500 SVC75.12117321303 SGD
600 SVC90.14540785564 SGD
700 SVC105.16964249824 SGD
800 SVC120.19387714085 SGD
900 SVC135.21811178346 SGD
1 000 SVC150.24234642606 SGD
2 000 SVC300.48469285212 SGD
5 000 SVC751.21173213031 SGD
10 000 SVC1 502.42346426062 SGD
20 000 SVC3 004.84692852123 SGD
50 000 SVC7 512.11732130308 SGD
100 000 SVC15 024.23464260615 SGD
Last updated April 25, 2025 at 11:55 PM