Historic Barbadian dollar Pound sterling

Barbadian dollar pound sterling history for February 2024. The highest quote for this month is 0.40436 (15/02/2024) and the lowest 0.40338 (16/02/2024). The difference between high and low is 0.24.

BBD GBP average rate for February 2024 is 0.40049, the change between 01/02/2024 and 29/02/2024 is -0.15 %.

01 February 20241 BBD = 0.4005 GBP
02 February 20241 BBD = 0.3978 GBP
05 February 20241 BBD = 0.3979 GBP
06 February 20241 BBD = 0.4040 GBP
07 February 20241 BBD = 0.4019 GBP
08 February 20241 BBD = 0.4014 GBP
09 February 20241 BBD = 0.4015 GBP
11 February 20241 BBD = 0.3959 GBP
12 February 20241 BBD = 0.4015 GBP
13 February 20241 BBD = 0.4015 GBP
14 February 20241 BBD = 0.4026 GBP
15 February 20241 BBD = 0.4034 GBP
16 February 20241 BBD = 0.4026 GBP
18 February 20241 BBD = 0.3968 GBP
19 February 20241 BBD = 0.4019 GBP
20 February 20241 BBD = 0.4028 GBP
21 February 20241 BBD = 0.4014 GBP
22 February 20241 BBD = 0.4011 GBP
23 February 20241 BBD = 0.4001 GBP
25 February 20241 BBD = 0.3946 GBP
26 February 20241 BBD = 0.4003 GBP
27 February 20241 BBD = 0.3997 GBP
28 February 20241 BBD = 0.3998 GBP
29 February 20241 BBD = 0.4011 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.