01/10/2022: Transition to digital currency
Gibraltar announced the introduction of a digital currency pegged 1:1 to the Gibraltar pound, making it one of the first jurisdictions to do so.
17/03/2020: COVID-19 Impact on the Dinar
The COVID-19 pandemic and its economic consequences significantly impacted the value and stability of the Jordanian dinar.
10/11/2019: Announcement of Digitizing the Dinar
The Central Bank of Jordan announced its plan to digitize the Jordanian dinar to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
15/08/2019: Commencement of polymer £50 issuance
Polymer £50 banknotes were introduced, replacing the older paper £50 notes.
26/06/2018: New £100 banknote issued
A new £100 banknote featuring the image of Sir Joshua Hassan, first Chief Minister of Gibraltar, was issued.
15/12/2013: Launch of the New 50 Dinar Note
A new 50 dinar banknote featuring King Abdullah II was released, replacing the old design.
01/01/2001: Introduction of New Dinar Notes
New banknotes of the Jordanian dinar were introduced with enhanced security features.
01/07/1989: Devaluation of the Dinar
The Jordanian dinar was devalued by 50% to stimulate exports and economic growth.
06/11/1988: Introduction of polymer banknotes
Polymer banknotes were introduced in Gibraltar, enhancing durability and counterfeit resilience.
15/02/1971: Currency tied to British pound
The Gibraltar pound became pegged to the British pound at a rate of 1:1, ensuring stability and ease of trade.
23/06/1969: Currency switch to decimalization
Gibraltar switched from the pound shilling pence system to a decimalized currency, with 100 pence equal to 1 pound.
01/03/1965: Replacement of Filas
The filas, a fractional unit of the dinar, were replaced by smaller denomination coins.
01/04/1950: Introduction of the Jordanian Dinar
The Jordanian dinar was introduced as the official currency of Jordan, replacing the Palestine pound.
07/03/1927: Introduction of Gibraltar pound
The Gibraltar pound was first introduced as the official currency of Gibraltar, replacing the Spanish peseta.