Currency symbols are the visual shorthand of global commerce. Here's a quick visual guide to seven major signs.
| Symbol | Name | Key Currencies | Visual Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| $ | Dollar sign | USD, CAD, AUD, NZD, others | Vertical stroke with two horizontal bars |
| € | Euro sign | EUR | Stylized 'E' with a single crossbar |
| £ | Pound sign | GBP, EGP, SYP | Calligraphic 'L' with a horizontal crossbar |
| ¥ | Yen/Yuan sign | JPY, CNY | 'Y' with two horizontal strokes |
| ₹ | Indian Rupee sign | INR | Devanagari 'र' with a horizontal line |
| ₩ | Won sign | KRW | 'W' with a single horizontal stroke |
| C$ | Canadian Dollar sign | CAD (specific) | Dollar sign with a diagonal slash |
Note: Many countries share symbols (e.g., $ for over 20 currencies). ISO codes (USD, EUR, etc.) avoid ambiguity in finance.