Historic Barbadian dollar Pound sterling

Barbadian dollar pound sterling history for October 2023. The highest quote for this month is 0.42063 (04/10/2023) and the lowest 0.41858 (03/10/2023). The difference between high and low is 0.49.

BBD GBP average rate for October 2023 is 0.41603, the change between 01/10/2023 and 31/10/2023 is -1.73 %.

01 October 20231 BBD = 0.4101 GBP
02 October 20231 BBD = 0.4150 GBP
03 October 20231 BBD = 0.4188 GBP
04 October 20231 BBD = 0.4194 GBP
05 October 20231 BBD = 0.4183 GBP
06 October 20231 BBD = 0.4173 GBP
09 October 20231 BBD = 0.4169 GBP
10 October 20231 BBD = 0.4141 GBP
11 October 20231 BBD = 0.4124 GBP
12 October 20231 BBD = 0.4117 GBP
13 October 20231 BBD = 0.4162 GBP
16 October 20231 BBD = 0.4172 GBP
17 October 20231 BBD = 0.4152 GBP
18 October 20231 BBD = 0.4170 GBP
19 October 20231 BBD = 0.4176 GBP
20 October 20231 BBD = 0.4180 GBP
22 October 20231 BBD = 0.4112 GBP
23 October 20231 BBD = 0.4177 GBP
24 October 20231 BBD = 0.4141 GBP
25 October 20231 BBD = 0.4169 GBP
26 October 20231 BBD = 0.4190 GBP
27 October 20231 BBD = 0.4178 GBP
29 October 20231 BBD = 0.4122 GBP
30 October 20231 BBD = 0.4196 GBP
31 October 20231 BBD = 0.4172 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.