Historic Guyanese dollar Pound sterling

Guyanese dollar pound sterling history for January 2024. The highest quote for this month is 0.003964 (05/01/2024) and the lowest 0.003951 (03/01/2024). The difference between high and low is 0.33.

GYD GBP average rate for January 2024 is 0.00391, the change between 01/01/2024 and 31/01/2024 is -0.59 %.

01 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
02 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
03 January 20241 GYD = 0.0040 GBP
04 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
05 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
07 January 20241 GYD = 0.0038 GBP
08 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
09 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
10 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
11 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
12 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
14 January 20241 GYD = 0.0038 GBP
15 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
16 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
17 January 20241 GYD = 0.0040 GBP
18 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
19 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
22 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
23 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
24 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
25 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
26 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
28 January 20241 GYD = 0.0038 GBP
29 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
30 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP
31 January 20241 GYD = 0.0039 GBP

01/01/2020: Transition to Polymer Banknotes

Polymer banknotes were introduced in Guyana, enhancing the durability and security features of the Guyanese dollar.

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.

03/02/2003: Redenomination of the Currency

The Guyanese dollar underwent a redenomination, with old banknotes replaced by new notes at a rate of 1,000 old dollars to 1 new dollar.

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.

05/10/1992: Resumption of Banking System

The resumption of the banking system in Guyana significantly improved the stability and accessibility of the Guyanese dollar.

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).

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.

26/05/1966: Independence of Guyana

Following Guyana's independence from Britain, the currency was renamed from British Guiana dollar to Guyanese dollar.

12/09/1951: Currency Board Established

A Currency Board was established to manage the British Guiana dollar, ensuring its stability and convertibility.

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.

06/08/1917: Currency Act of 1917

The British Guiana dollar was revalued at a rate of 4.80 dollars to 1 U.S. dollar, following the Currency Act of 1917.

18/01/1839: Introduction of the British Guiana dollar

British Guiana dollar introduced as the official currency of British Guiana, replacing the Spanish and Portuguese coins previously in circulation.

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.