About the Mauritian Rupee
The Mauritian Rupee was introduced in 1876. It replaced the Indian Rupee, the British Pound, and the Mauritian dollar, which had all circulated previously.
The name 'Rupee' is derived from the Sanskrit word 'rupya', meaning 'wrought silver'.
Interesting Facts
A Rainbow of Languages
Mauritian banknotes are unique in that the denominations are written in three languages: English, Tamil, and Hindi, reflecting the island's multicultural population.
Dodo on Banknotes
The dodo, the extinct flightless bird endemic to Mauritius, is often featured on banknotes and coins, a poignant symbol of the island's unique natural heritage.
An Island of Diversification
Mauritius has successfully diversified its economy from sugar to tourism, textiles, and financial services, providing stability to the Rupee.
Historical Timeline
The Mauritian Rupee is introduced.
Mauritius gains independence.
A new series of banknotes with updated security features is issued.
Denominations
Banknotes
Coins
Security Features
Quick Facts
- ISO Code
- MUR
- Symbol
- Rs
- Numeric Code
- 480
- Subunit
- Cent (1/100)
- Introduced
- 1876-01-01
Central Bank
- Name
- Bank of Mauritius
- Headquarters
- Port Louis, Mauritius
- Founded
- 1967
- Current Governor
- Harvesh Kumar Seegolam (since 2020)
Economic Data
- Reserve Currency Share
- 0.0%
- Forex Volume Share
- 0.0%
- Inflation Rate
- 2.9%
- Interest Rate
- 4.50%
Exchange Rates
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