The currency used in Sweden is the Swedish krona (SEK). It was introduced as the country's official currency in 1873, replacing the Riksdaler. The krona is divided into 100 ore, with coins and notes available in denominations ranging from 1 krona to 1000 krona. The Swedish Central Bank, known as Sveriges Riksbank, is responsible for issuing and regulating the currency. The krona is also used in the autonomous territories of Åland and the Swedish-speaking region of Finland.    Aside from the krona, Sweden also accepts certain foreign currencies, particularly in tourist areas. It is important to note, however, that most places only accept cash – using credit cards or traveler's checks is not as common in Sweden. It is always best to exchange for local currency before traveling to Sweden.