Egyptian Pound Symbol (E£)
The Egyptian Pound is symbolized in Latin script by E£ or LE (from the French 'Livre égyptienne') and in Arabic as ج.م (Gīm-Mīm, for جنيه مصري / Ginēh Maṣrī). Issued by the Central Bank of Egypt, it is the official legal tender of the Arab Republic of Egypt.
Typographic & Developer Encoding Codes
Quickly copy HTML entities, CSS content escape sequences, and Unicode code points for Egyptian Pound.
| Format | Value / Code | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raw Symbol | E£ | Standard plain text character or abbreviation | |
| Encoding Classification | Plain Latin Letters | Written as standard text without a single dedicated Unicode point | |
| Base Character / Block | U+00A3 (Prefix E) | POUND SIGN (PREFIX E) | |
| HTML Representation | E£ | Standard text in HTML documents (No dedicated entity) | |
| CSS Content String | "E£ " | CSS content string for pseudo-elements |
How to Type Egyptian Pound Symbol (E£) on Any Device
Windows PC
Type E£ directly as standard letters on your physical keyboard.
Mac / macOS
Type E£ directly as plain letters on your keyboard.
iPhone & iPad (iOS)
Type E£
Android (Gboard)
Type E£
Formatting Rules & Real-World Examples
Symbol Placement: Before Amount
In standard financial notation, the Egyptian Pound symbol is positioned immediately before the numerical amount.
Typography & International Usage Guidelines
In English commercial documents, E£ is placed before the amount (E£ 100.00). In French or diplomatic contexts, 'LE' is used. In domestic Arabic text, the abbreviation ج.م follows the amount. 1 Egyptian Pound is divided into 100 piastres (qirsh, قرش).
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Confusing Egyptian Pound (EGP) with the British Pound (GBP).
- Inventing fake single-character Unicode symbols (it is written as 'E£' or 'LE').
- Overlooking that the domestic Arabic term is Ginēh, abbreviated ج.م.
Historical Background & Monetary Evolution
The Egyptian pound was established by royal decree in 1834, replacing the piastre (qirsh) as the chief monetary unit of Egypt. Gold and silver pounds were minted based on a bimetallic standard. In 1898, the National Bank of Egypt was founded, issuing the first Egyptian paper banknotes. The colloquial Egyptian Arabic word for the currency, 'ginēh', derives from the British gold guinea coin that circulated widely in the Middle East during the 19th century.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Egyptian Pound (E£)
Common questions and direct answers regarding currency symbols, typing shortcuts, and international formatting.
What does 'LE' stand for on Egyptian price tags?
LE stands for 'Livre égyptienne', the French phrase for Egyptian Pound, stemming from 19th-century French influence in Egyptian commerce and banking.
What is the Arabic name and abbreviation for the Egyptian Pound?
The Arabic name is Ginēh Maṣrī (جنيه مصري), abbreviated as ج.م.
What is the subunit of the Egyptian Pound?
1 Egyptian Pound is divided into 100 piastres (qirsh).