Which currency is represented by the ISO code CHF?

The ISO code CHF represents the Swiss franc.

The Swiss franc is the currency of Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Its ISO code uses “CH,” the abbreviation for Switzerland’s Latin name, Confoederatio Helvetica, followed by “F” for franc. The currency symbol is commonly Fr. or SFr.

Switzerland introduced the modern Swiss franc in 1850, replacing a large variety of cantonal and foreign coins. The Swiss National Bank issues banknotes, while the federal government is responsible for coins. The franc is divided into 100 centimes in French, rappen in German, or centesimi in Italian.

The Swiss franc is often confused with historical currencies such as the French franc and Belgian franc, both of which have been replaced by the euro. Switzerland is not a member of the European Union and has retained its own currency, although it maintains extensive economic ties with neighboring European countries.