South Sudanese Pound Symbol (SSP)
The South Sudanese Pound is symbolized in written commerce by SSP or £. Issued by the Bank of South Sudan, it is the official legal tender of the Republic of South Sudan.
Typographic & Developer Encoding Codes
Quickly copy HTML entities, CSS content escape sequences, and Unicode code points for South Sudanese Pound.
| Format | Value / Code | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raw Symbol | SSP | Standard plain text character or abbreviation | |
| Encoding Classification | Plain Latin Letters | Written as standard text without a single dedicated Unicode point | |
| Base Character / Block | None (Plain Latin letters) | None (Written as plain text) | |
| HTML Representation | SSP | Standard text in HTML documents (No dedicated entity) | |
| CSS Content String | "SSP " | CSS content string for pseudo-elements |
How to Type South Sudanese Pound Symbol (SSP) on Any Device
Windows PC
Type SSP directly as standard letters on your physical keyboard.
Mac / macOS
Type SSP directly as plain letters on your keyboard.
iPhone & iPad (iOS)
Type SSP
Android (Gboard)
Type SSP
Formatting Rules & Real-World Examples
Symbol Placement: Before Amount
In standard financial notation, the South Sudanese Pound symbol is positioned immediately before the numerical amount.
Typography & International Usage Guidelines
In English and administrative texts, 'SSP' or '£' precedes the amount (SSP 1,000). The currency holds the dedicated ISO 4217 code SSP (numeric 728).
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Confusing South Sudanese Pound (SSP) with Sudanese Pound (SDG).
- Inventing single-character Unicode symbols for South Sudan.
- Assuming South Sudan uses the dinar or shilling.
Historical Background & Monetary Evolution
Following South Sudan's independence from Sudan on July 9, 2011, the new nation launched the South Sudanese Pound on July 18, 2011, replacing the Sudanese pound at par. The banknotes prominently feature the portrait of late revolutionary leader Dr. John Garang de Mabior. The currency is divided into 100 piastres, although fractional notes have seen limited use due to high inflation.
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This specification has been verified against official international standards registries (ISO 4217 Maintenance Agency, Unicode Consortium 16.0, and Unicode CLDR).
Frequently Asked Questions about South Sudanese Pound (SSP)
Common questions and direct answers regarding currency symbols, typing shortcuts, and international formatting.
When was the South Sudanese Pound introduced?
The South Sudanese Pound was introduced on July 18, 2011, shortly after South Sudan declared independence.
What is the ISO 4217 code for the South Sudanese Pound?
The ISO code is SSP (numeric 728).
Whose portrait appears on South Sudanese banknotes?
Banknotes feature Dr. John Garang de Mabior, the historic leader of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement.