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 SVC0.14644890423 SGD
2 SVC0.29289780845 SGD
3 SVC0.43934671268 SGD
4 SVC0.58579561691 SGD
5 SVC0.73224452114 SGD
6 SVC0.87869342536 SGD
7 SVC1.02514232959 SGD
8 SVC1.17159123382 SGD
9 SVC1.31804013804 SGD
10 SVC1.46448904227 SGD
100 SVC14.6448904227 SGD
200 SVC29.28978084541 SGD
300 SVC43.93467126811 SGD
400 SVC58.57956169081 SGD
500 SVC73.22445211351 SGD
600 SVC87.86934253622 SGD
700 SVC102.51423295892 SGD
800 SVC117.15912338162 SGD
900 SVC131.80401380433 SGD
1 000 SVC146.44890422703 SGD
2 000 SVC292.89780845406 SGD
5 000 SVC732.24452113514 SGD
10 000 SVC1 464.48904227029 SGD
20 000 SVC2 928.97808454057 SGD
50 000 SVC7 322.44521135143 SGD
100 000 SVC14 644.89042270286 SGD
Last updated June 16, 2025 at 06:55 AM