Historic Barbadian dollar Pound sterling

Barbadian dollar pound sterling history for December 2023. The highest quote for this month is 0.40533 (08/12/2023) and the lowest 0.40321 (13/12/2023). The difference between high and low is 0.52.

BBD GBP average rate for December 2023 is 0.39895, the change between 01/12/2023 and 31/12/2023 is +2.1 %.

01 December 20231 BBD = 0.4011 GBP
03 December 20231 BBD = 0.3932 GBP
04 December 20231 BBD = 0.3984 GBP
05 December 20231 BBD = 0.4009 GBP
06 December 20231 BBD = 0.4025 GBP
07 December 20231 BBD = 0.4031 GBP
08 December 20231 BBD = 0.4023 GBP
10 December 20231 BBD = 0.3985 GBP
11 December 20231 BBD = 0.4031 GBP
12 December 20231 BBD = 0.4034 GBP
13 December 20231 BBD = 0.4032 GBP
14 December 20231 BBD = 0.4015 GBP
15 December 20231 BBD = 0.3969 GBP
17 December 20231 BBD = 0.3944 GBP
18 December 20231 BBD = 0.3977 GBP
19 December 20231 BBD = 0.4006 GBP
20 December 20231 BBD = 0.3983 GBP
21 December 20231 BBD = 0.4009 GBP
22 December 20231 BBD = 0.3995 GBP
24 December 20231 BBD = 0.3938 GBP
25 December 20231 BBD = 0.3992 GBP
26 December 20231 BBD = 0.3984 GBP
27 December 20231 BBD = 0.3974 GBP
28 December 20231 BBD = 0.3958 GBP
29 December 20231 BBD = 0.3958 GBP
31 December 20231 BBD = 0.3927 GBP

26/06/2020: Currency peg under review

Barbados announced that it would review the decades-long currency peg of 2:1 with the US dollar, considering a shift to a floating exchange rate.

23/06/2016: Brexit Referendum

The United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union, causing significant uncertainty and volatility in the pound sterling's value.

05/08/2013: Devaluation of currency

Barbados devalued its currency by 10% to stimulate economic growth and competitiveness.

31/12/1999: Establishment of the Euro

The euro was introduced as an electronic currency, paving the way for the eventual replacement of some national currencies, including the pound.

24/07/1995: New currency design

Barbados introduced a new design for its currency, featuring national symbols and landmarks.

16/09/1992: Black Wednesday

The pound sterling experienced a severe drop in value and the UK was forced to withdraw from the European Exchange Rate Mechanism (ERM).

05/05/1975: Introduction of decimalization

Barbados introduced decimalization, dividing the Barbadian Dollar into 100 cents.

01/01/1973: Fixed exchange rate

Barbados fixed its currency exchange rate to the US dollar at a rate of 2 Barbadian Dollars to 1 US Dollar.

03/07/1972: Barbados gains independence

Barbados gained independence from British rule, leading to the establishment of the Central Bank of Barbados.

14/02/1971: Decimalization of the Pound

The pound sterling was decimalized, with the old system of pounds, shillings and pence replaced by a decimal currency.

01/10/1935: Introduction of Barbadian Dollar

The Barbadian Dollar was introduced as the official currency of Barbados, replacing the East Caribbean dollar.

06/12/1921: Currency Separation with Ireland

Following the Anglo-Irish Treaty, Ireland left the United Kingdom and established its own currency, leading to separate pound sterling notes.

21/12/1816: Gold Standard Introduced

The pound sterling was officially placed on the gold standard, meaning it was backed by a fixed amount of gold.

27/07/1694: Bank of England Established

The Bank of England was founded and granted a royal charter, becoming the central bank of England.