29/06/2018: East African Community Currency Integration
Burundi joins the East African Community (EAC) currency integration, paving the way for a future unified currency within the region.
01/03/2018: Redenomination of the Aruban florin
Aruba redenominated its currency, replacing 1,000 florins with 1 florin, simplifying transactions and reducing the size of banknotes.
17/10/2011: Introduction of New Banknotes
New banknotes with enhanced security features and updated designs are introduced in denominations of 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, and 10,000 Francs.
01/01/2011: Introduction of polymer banknotes
Aruba introduced polymer banknotes, made from a durable and secure polymer substrate, to enhance the durability and security of its currency.
30/06/2003: Second Currency Revaluation
The Burundian Franc undergoes another significant devaluation as part of the second currency revaluation program.
01/01/2003: Replacement of older banknotes
Older series of banknotes were phased out and replaced by newer and more secure banknotes featuring enhanced anti-counterfeiting measures.
01/01/2000: Adoption of new currency symbol
The Aruban florin adopted a new symbol, ƒ, to distinguish itself from other currencies.
30/04/1995: Printing of Banknotes
The first locally printed banknotes, issued in denominations of 10, 20, 50, 100, 500, 1000, and 5000 Francs, are circulated.
01/01/1993: Currency reform
A currency reform took place in Aruba, with the introduction of a new series of banknotes and the demonetization of certain older banknotes.
20/10/1990: Introduction of New Coins
New coins are introduced in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 50, and 100 Francs.
01/01/1990: Introduction of the guilders coins
Aruba introduced its own series of coins denominated in guilders, featuring unique designs and symbols reflective of Aruban culture.
01/01/1986: Introduction of the Aruban florin
The Aruban florin was established as the official currency of Aruba, replacing the Dutch guilder at a fixed rate of 1.79 florin to 1 guilder.
22/09/1985: First Currency Revaluation
The Burundian Franc is significantly devalued as part of a currency revaluation program.
30/06/1960: Independence from Belgium
Burundi gains independence from Belgium, establishing the Burundian Franc as its official currency.