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Thai baht · THB

฿ symbol · 1 country currently using this currency.

Currency info

Adopted: 1897

Currency family: Other

The Thai baht symbol ฿ is derived from the Thai letter 'Baht' and is one of the few currency symbols with roots in its native script.

  • Officially adopted in 1897, replacing the tical as Thailand's currency
  • The baht has remained relatively stable compared to other Southeast Asian currencies
  • Thailand is one of few countries never colonized, allowing independent monetary policy development
  • The currency features Thai kings on banknotes, reflecting the monarchy's cultural importance
  • Decimalized into 100 satang in 1908 for easier international trade

Countries currently using this currency

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Thailand

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Historical predecessor

Tical