15/01/2019: Introduction of New Banknotes
New series of banknotes with enhanced security features and improved designs were introduced by the Maldives Monetary Authority.
01/01/2019: Redenomination of the Surinamese dollar
The Surinamese dollar underwent a redenomination with 1 new dollar (SRD) being equal to 1,000 old dollars (SRG).
01/09/2014: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes
Polymer banknotes were introduced in the Maldives, replacing the traditional paper banknotes, enhancing their durability and security features.
01/07/2011: Redenomination of the Rufiyaa
The Maldivian Rufiyaa underwent redenomination, with new banknotes and coins introduced to simplify transactions and reduce the number of zeros.
01/01/2011: Introduction of new banknotes
New banknotes with updated designs and security features were introduced to replace the older series of Surinamese dollar banknotes.
01/01/2004: Replacement of banknotes
New banknotes were introduced with enhanced security features to replace the older series of Surinamese dollar banknotes.
01/01/2002: Decimalization of the Rufiyaa
The Maldivian Rufiyaa was decimalized, with 100 laari equaling 1 Rufiyaa, replacing the previous system of 1 Rufiyaa equalling 100 lari.
23/12/1991: Devaluation of the Surinamese dollar
The Surinamese dollar was devalued by 100%, resulting in an exchange rate of 1 dollar to 200 guilders.
01/10/1985: Introduction of the Surinamese dollar
The Surinamese dollar was introduced as the new currency of Suriname at a rate of 1 dollar to 1,000 guilders.
01/09/1983: Introduction of the Maldivian Rufiyaa
The Maldivian Rufiyaa was introduced as the new currency, replacing the Maldivian Rupee at a 1:1 exchange rate.
01/09/1981: Establishment of the Maldives Monetary Authority
The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) was established as the central bank of the Maldives, responsible for issuing and managing the currency.
01/01/1962: Introduction of the Surinamese guilder
The Surinamese guilder was introduced as the official currency of Suriname, replacing the Dutch guilder.
31/12/1954: Independence of Suriname
Suriname gained independence from the Kingdom of the Netherlands, leading to the introduction of the Surinamese guilder as its official currency.
22/10/1947: Introduction of the Maldivian Rupee
The Maldivian Indian Rupee was adopted as the official currency of the Maldives, replacing the Ceylonese Rupee.