01/01/2022: Removal of monarchy symbol
Brunei currency no longer featured the portrait of the Sultan as part of efforts to modernize the banknotes.
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.
21/07/2017: Commencement of New Series Polymer Banknotes
New series of polymer banknotes with modern designs entered circulation.
05/08/2013: Devaluation of currency
Barbados devalued its currency by 10% to stimulate economic growth and competitiveness.
05/05/2013: Upgrade of polymer banknotes
Introduction of new polymer banknotes with enhanced security features.
01/07/2011: Introduction of Brunei-Indonesia Currency Agreement
Brunei dollar became interchangeable with Indonesian rupiah in specified regions.
18/03/1996: Change in currency regime
Brunei dollar became fully backed by foreign exchange reserves instead of gold.
24/07/1995: New currency design
Barbados introduced a new design for its currency, featuring national symbols and landmarks.
05/05/1975: Introduction of decimalization
Barbados introduced decimalization, dividing the Barbadian Dollar into 100 cents.
12/06/1973: Establishment of Brunei Currency Board
Currency Board assumed responsibility for the issuance and management of Brunei dollar.
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.
27/07/1967: Introduction of Brunei and Singapore Currency Interchangeability Agreement
Brunei and Singapore dollars became interchangeable at par.
01/10/1935: Introduction of Barbadian Dollar
The Barbadian Dollar was introduced as the official currency of Barbados, replacing the East Caribbean dollar.