Historic Bahamian dollar Turkish Lira

04/11/2021: Resignation of Central Bank Governor and Lira Volatility

Following the resignation of the Turkish Central Bank governor, the lira experiences significant volatility in the foreign exchange market.

10/08/2018: Currency Crisis and Lira Depreciation

The Turkish lira suffers a severe depreciation due to escalating tensions with the United States and concerns over the Turkish economy.

15/07/2016: Failed Coup Attempt and Lira Plunge

After a failed coup attempt, the value of the Turkish lira plunges as political instability increases.

29/12/2014: Introduction of new Bahamian dollar variants

New variants of the Bahamian dollar banknotes, featuring improved security features, were introduced to combat counterfeit money.

30/04/2008: Global Financial Crisis and Turkish Lira

The Turkish lira experiences a significant depreciation as a result of the global financial crisis.

01/01/2005: Introduction of New Turkish Lira (TRY)

Turkey introduces a new version of the Turkish lira, denoted as TRY, with a new currency symbol.

27/12/1974: Devaluation of the Bahamian dollar

The Bahamian dollar was devalued by 50% to stimulate the country's tourism industry and boost its economy.

10/07/1973: Independence from British rule

The Bahamas gained independence from British rule, maintaining the Bahamian dollar as its currency.

09/09/1969: Currency Board Agreement

The Bahamas entered into a Currency Board Agreement with the Eastern Caribbean Currency Authority, establishing fixed exchange rates for their currencies.

01/01/1966: Introduction of the Bahamian dollar

The Bahamian dollar was introduced, replacing the British pound as the official currency of the Bahamas.

29/10/1930: Adoption of the New Turkish Lira

The Turkish government introduces the New Turkish Lira (Yeni Türk Lirası) to replace the old currency.

29/10/1923: Founding of the Republic of Turkey

The Turkish lira is officially established as the currency of the newly founded Turkish Republic.

06/08/1866: Adoption of the British pound

The Bahamas officially adopted the British pound sterling as their currency, replacing the Bahamian pound.

06/06/1853: Introduction of the Bahamian pound

The Bahamian pound was introduced as the official currency of the Bahamas, replacing the Spanish dollar.