Zcash (ZEC) to Ethereum Classic (ETC): Rate, Chart and Comparison

Live Zcash to Ethereum Classic rate, converter, price history, volatility and a side-by-side comparison of both coins. Ready to swap? Open the exchange form.

Rate updated: Sep 11, 2026, 14:53

Minimum: 0.39073 ZEC ≈ $426.23
Receiving network: Ethereum Classic
24h rate change: −6.42%

You send

ZEC

You get 146.725

ETC

Rate: 1 ZEC = 146.725 ETC
Minimum: 0.39073 ZEC
Maximum: 9,170 ZEC

Go to exchange

The amount you get is estimated at the current rate.

Right now Crystal-Trade gives 146.725 ETC for 1 ZEC, and 1 ETC equals 0.00681547 ZEC. According to market data, the ZEC to ETC rate fell by 6.42% over the last 24 hours. Over the week it rose by 10.77%.

Over the last 7 days the rate moved between 129.254 and 159.0401 ETC — a range of 23.04%. You can exchange from 0.39073 to 9,170 ZEC. That is roughly $426.23 or more.

By market cap, Zcash ranks #10 ($18.46 B) and Ethereum Classic ranks #68 ($1.18 B). The correlation of daily ZEC and ETC price changes over the last 90 days is 0.59 (moderate).

Why exchange ZEC to ETC

Access to the Ethereum Classic ecosystemEthereum Classic pays network fees on Ethereum Classic and gives access to its apps, tokens and DeFi.
DiversificationThe 90-day correlation of daily ZEC and ETC changes is 0.59 (moderate): the lower it is, the more the swap reduces your portfolio’s dependence on a single coin.

How much is 1 ZEC in ETC today

1 ZEC = 146.725 ETC

1 ETC = 0.00681547 ZEC

How much ETC you get for ZEC

ZEC	ETC	≈ USD
0.5	73.3625	$545.43
1	146.725	$1,090.85
2	293.45	$2,181.70
10	1,467.25	$10,908.50
20	2,934.5	$21,817.00
50	7,336.25	$54,542.50

How much ZEC you need to get ETC

ETC	ZEC	≈ USD
100	0.681547	$743.47
200	1.3631	$1,486.93
500	3.4077	$3,717.33
2,000	13.6309	$14,869.32
5,000	34.0774	$37,173.29
10,000	68.1547	$74,346.58

ZEC to ETC rate chart

7 days30 days90 days

high 159.0401 ETClow 129.254 ETC

Sep 4, 2026, 14:54Sep 11, 2026, 14:54

high 156.1403 ETClow 75.3875 ETC

Aug 12, 2026, 03:00Sep 11, 2026, 03:00

high 156.1403 ETClow 53.3421 ETC

Jun 14, 2026, 03:00Sep 11, 2026, 03:00

24 hours: −6.42%
7 days: +10.77%
7-day high: 159.0401 ETC
7-day low: 129.254 ETC
Range: 23.04%

CoinGecko market data as of Sep 11, 2026, 14:34. The exchange rate may differ from the market rate.

ZEC/ETC volatility and changes

Period	High	Low	Average	Change
24 hours	156.0715	142.0015	146.7335	−6.42%
7 days	159.0401	129.254	144.5204	+10.77%
30 days	156.1403	75.3875	107.2644	+89.97%
90 days	156.1403	53.3421	82.2452	+144.8%

Values are in ETC per 1 unit of the currency you send, based on market data.

ZEC to ETC rate over the last 7 days

Date	Daily close	Daily change
Sep 11, 2026	143.2135 ETC	−7.75%
Sep 10, 2026	155.2488 ETC	+13.5%
Sep 9, 2026	136.7856 ETC	−5.18%
Sep 8, 2026	144.2566 ETC	−7.61%
Sep 7, 2026	156.1403 ETC	+17.68%
Sep 6, 2026	132.6808 ETC	−3.4%
Sep 5, 2026	137.3447 ETC	+9.46%

ZEC and ETC market data

Zcash ZEC

Price: $1,090.85
24h change: −11.26%
7d change: +9.4%
Market cap: $18.46 B
24h volume: $1.6 B
Market cap rank: #10
Circulating supply: 16.93 M ZEC
All-time high: $3,191.93

Ethereum Classic ETC

Price: $7.48
24h change: −5.17%
7d change: −1.6%
Market cap: $1.18 B
24h volume: $50.53 M
Market cap rank: #68
Circulating supply: 158.14 M ETC
All-time high: $167.09

CoinGecko data as of Sep 11, 2026, 14:34.

Zcash vs Ethereum Classic

	Zcash (ZEC)	Ethereum Classic (ETC)
Ticker	ZEC	ETC
Type	native blockchain coin	native blockchain coin
Launched	2016	2015
Created by	Zooko Wilcox-O'Hearn	—
Consensus	Proof of Work (Equihash)	Proof of Work (Etchash)
Block time	~1.3 min	—
Max supply	21 M ZEC	—
Transaction privacy	optional	public transactions
Circulating supply	16.93 M ZEC	158.14 M ETC
Market cap	$18.46 B	$1.18 B
Market cap rank	#10	#68

90-day correlation of daily ZEC and ETC price changes: 0.59 — moderate.

What to know about Zcash and Ethereum Classic

Zcash (ZEC)

Zcash (ZEC) is a cryptocurrency launched in 2016 by the team led by Zooko Wilcox-O'Hearn. It was the first widely used coin to apply zero-knowledge proofs, allowing transactions that are verified without revealing their details.

Sending and receiving ZEC

Transparent addresses start with t1, while unified and shielded addresses start with u1 or zs. Many exchanges accept only transparent addresses, so check which type the recipient supports before sending.

Ethereum Classic (ETC)

Ethereum Classic (ETC) is the original Ethereum chain that continued unchanged after the 2016 split, when most of the community moved to a new chain to reverse the DAO hack.

Where to store Ethereum Classic

ETC is supported by major multi-currency and hardware wallets.

How to exchange Zcash to Ethereum Classic

Enter the ZEC amount in the calculator (minimum 0.39073 ZEC) and click “Go to exchange”.
Enter your ETC wallet address on the Ethereum Classic network and your contact details.
Send exactly the specified amount of ZEC on the Zcash network to the details shown in the order.
Once the transfer is confirmed, Ethereum Classic is sent to your address. You can track the order on its status page.

Exchange ZEC to ETC

What to check before exchanging ZEC to ETC

The recipient address must be on the Ethereum Classic network: funds sent on another network may be lost.
The amount sent must be at least 0.39073 ZEC.
Copy the whole address and check the first and last characters after pasting.
Funds go through an AML check; high-risk transfers may be held until the check is complete.

ZEC to ETC exchange FAQ

How much is 1 ZEC in ETC today?

As of Sep 11, 2026, 14:53, the exchange rate is 1 ZEC = 146.725 ETC. It updates automatically; the calculator always shows the latest value. At market prices that is about $1,097.50.

What are the minimum and maximum amounts for ZEC to ETC?

The minimum is 0.39073 ZEC and the maximum is 9,170 ZEC. The minimum is roughly $426.23.

Why is there a minimum amount for ZEC to ETC?

The minimum (0.39073 ZEC) keeps network fees and order processing from eating a noticeable share of the exchange. Double-check the amount before sending.

Are there extra fees when exchanging ZEC to ETC?

The amount you get is calculated at the exchange rate shown in the calculator. The network fee for sending ZEC is paid by the sender and depends on the wallet and network load.

How long does a ZEC to ETC exchange take?

The order is processed once the ZEC transfer gets the required number of confirmations on the Zcash network. Timing depends on network load. A new block on Zcash arrives roughly every 1.3 min.

Which network will I receive ETC on?

Ethereum Classic is sent on the Ethereum Classic network. Provide a ETC wallet address.

What happens if the rate changes during the exchange?

The final amount is set in the order when it is created. If the payment arrives after the order expires or in a different amount, it may be recalculated at the current rate, so send the exact amount without delay.

How has the ZEC to ETC rate changed over the last month?

Over 30 days the rate rose by 89.97%: low 75.3875, high 156.1403, average 107.2644 ETC per 1 ZEC.

Can a ZEC to ETC exchange be traced?

Transfers on public blockchains are visible in block explorers. Privacy coins hide transaction details: Monero does it by default, Zcash and Dash optionally.

Do I need to register to exchange ZEC to ETC?

No, you only need to enter the receiving details and contact information in the order.

Can I exchange ETC back to ZEC?

There is no ETC → ZEC direction right now. See other ETC pairs below.