Currency Symbol

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Definition of 'Currency Symbol'

A graphical symbol used as a substitute for the actual name of a form of money which is usually unique to a specific country or region. A currency symbol is the short-hand, familiar version of a currency. Short-hand currency identifiers created by the International Organization For Standardization (ISO) are often used instead of formal currency names in international and domestic markets.
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Investopedia explains 'Currency Symbol'

Not all currencies have currency symbols, making the assignment of a symbol a sign of higher status. Some currencies, such as the U.S. dollar ($) and pound (£) have become readily recognizable currency symbols.

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