1. What is Bitcoin Price History?

Bitcoin price history shows how the value of Bitcoin (BTC) has changed over time in US dollars (USD). Tracking historical prices helps investors analyze trends and make informed decisions.

2. How Does This Calculator Work?

The calculator retrieves the historical price of Bitcoin for a specific date and calculates the USD value of any amount of BTC at that time.

Where:

• \( BTC\ Amount \) — Quantity of Bitcoin (default 1 BTC)
• \( Price\ at\ Date \) — USD price per Bitcoin on selected date

3. Importance of Historical Prices

Details: Historical price data is essential for backtesting investment strategies, calculating returns, and understanding market cycles.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Select any date after Bitcoin's creation (2009-01-03). For accurate results, use dates when markets were open (weekdays). Enter BTC amount to calculate total value.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Where does the price data come from?
A: Prices typically come from major exchanges' daily closing prices or volume-weighted averages.

Q2: Why might prices differ between sources?
A: Different exchanges may have slightly different prices due to liquidity variations and local market conditions.

Q3: What was Bitcoin's highest historical price?
A: As of 2023, the all-time high was $68,789.63 on November 10, 2021.

Q4: Can I get intraday prices with this calculator?
A: This calculator provides daily closing prices only. For minute or hour-level data, specialized APIs are needed.

Q5: How accurate is this data?
A: While we strive for accuracy, always verify critical data with multiple sources before making financial decisions.