SOUTH AMERICA

South America is a continent of rich cultural heritage and diverse economies, each represented by its unique currency. 

Here’s an extensive introduction to the major currencies across different countries in South America:

Argentina

1. Argentine Peso (ARS): The Argentine peso, symbolized as $, is the official currency of Argentina. The peso has faced several devaluations and reissuances over the years due to the country's economic challenges. It's subdivided into 100 centavos.

Brazil

2. Brazilian Real (BRL): The real, symbolized as R$, is the official currency of Brazil. It was introduced in 1994 as part of a major economic reform known as the Plano Real. The real is subdivided into 100 centavos and is one of the most important and stable currencies in South America.

Chile

3. Chilean Peso (CLP): The Chilean peso, symbolized as $, is the official currency of Chile. It was introduced in 1975 and is subdivided into 100 centavos. Chile's strong economic policies have contributed to the stability of the peso.

Colombia

4. Colombian Peso (COP): The Colombian peso, symbolized as $, is the official currency of Colombia. It has undergone various changes over the years and is subdivided into 100 centavos.

Peru

5. Peruvian Sol (PEN): The sol, symbolized as S/., is the official currency of Peru. The current sol was introduced in 1991, replacing the inti at a rate of 1 sol = 1,000 intis, as part of economic stabilization efforts. It is subdivided into 100 céntimos.

Venezuela

6. Venezuelan Bolívar (VES): The bolívar is the official currency of Venezuela, symbolized as Bs. Over the years, Venezuela has experienced hyperinflation, leading to several revaluations of the bolívar. The latest revaluation happened in 2021, introducing the digital bolívar.

Uruguay

7. Uruguayan Peso (UYU): The Uruguayan peso, symbolized as $, is the official currency of Uruguay. It has been in use since 1993, replacing the new peso at a rate of 1,000 new pesos = 1 Uruguayan peso. It's subdivided into 100 centésimos.

Ecuador

8. United States Dollar (USD): Ecuador adopted the US dollar as its official currency in 2000 after a severe economic crisis. Before this, the official currency was the sucre. The use of the US dollar helped stabilize the economy and control inflation.

Paraguay

9. Paraguayan Guarani (PYG): The guarani, symbolized as ₲, is the official currency of Paraguay. It was introduced in 1943, replacing the Paraguayan peso. The guarani is subdivided into 100 céntimos, although céntimos are no longer used due to inflation.

Bolivia

10. Bolivian Boliviano (BOB): The boliviano, symbolized as Bs, is the official currency of Bolivia. It was introduced in 1987, replacing the peso boliviano, and is subdivided into 100 centavos.

Guyana

11. Guyanese Dollar (GYD): The Guyanese dollar, symbolized as GY$, is the official currency of Guyana. It is issued by the Bank of Guyana and is subdivided into 100 cents.

Suriname

12. Surinamese Dollar (SRD): The Surinamese dollar, symbolized as $, is the official currency of Suriname. It was introduced in 2004, replacing the Surinamese guilder at a rate of 1 dollar = 1,000 guilders. The Surinamese dollar is subdivided into 100 cents.

These currencies play crucial roles in their respective economies, facilitating trade, investment, and economic stability. They also reflect the unique economic histories and cultural influences of each country.

Here are the list of  South American Countries with their currency name:

Argentina - Argentine peso

Bolivia - Bolivian boliviano

Brazil - Brazilian real

Chile - Chilean peso

Colombia - Colombian Peso

Easter Island (CL) - Chilean Peso

Ecuador - United States Dollar (USD)

Falkland Islands (UK) - Falkland Islands Pound (FKP) 

French Guiana (FR) - Euro 

Galapagos Islands (CL) - US Dollar (USD) 

Guyana - Guyana Dollar (GYD) 

Paraguay - Paraguay Guarani (PYG) 

 Peru - Peru Nuevo Sol (PEN)

Suriname - Suriname Dollar (SRD) 

Uruguay - Uruguayan Peso (UYU)

Venezuela - Venezuela Bolivar Fuerte (VEF)