Australian Dollar
About Australian Dollar
Replaced the Australian pound in 1966, decimalizing at 2 dollars to 1 pound. The first polymer banknotes were issued by Australia in 1988, revolutionizing currency security. The Reserve Bank of Australia pioneered polymer technology now used in over 30 countries. The five dollar note features a transparent window. The AUD is heavily traded due to Australias mineral exports and proximity to Asian markets. Often called the Aussie by forex traders.
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