Historic Guyanese dollar Cape Verdean escudo

Guyanese dollar cape verdean escudo history for October 2023. The highest quote for this month is 0.5264 (04/10/2023) and the lowest 0.52583 (04/10/2023). The difference between high and low is 0.11.

GYD CVE average rate for October 2023 is 0.51798, the change between 01/10/2023 and 31/10/2023 is -4.09 %.

01 October 20231 GYD = 0.5006 CVE
02 October 20231 GYD = 0.5202 CVE
03 October 20231 GYD = 0.5254 CVE
04 October 20231 GYD = 0.5264 CVE
05 October 20231 GYD = 0.5265 CVE
06 October 20231 GYD = 0.5249 CVE
07 October 20231 GYD = 0.5000 CVE
09 October 20231 GYD = 0.5230 CVE
10 October 20231 GYD = 0.5240 CVE
11 October 20231 GYD = 0.5208 CVE
12 October 20231 GYD = 0.5188 CVE
13 October 20231 GYD = 0.5228 CVE
16 October 20231 GYD = 0.5250 CVE
17 October 20231 GYD = 0.5231 CVE
18 October 20231 GYD = 0.5221 CVE
19 October 20231 GYD = 0.5222 CVE
20 October 20231 GYD = 0.5177 CVE
21 October 20231 GYD = 0.4998 CVE
22 October 20231 GYD = 0.4998 CVE
23 October 20231 GYD = 0.5209 CVE
24 October 20231 GYD = 0.5166 CVE
25 October 20231 GYD = 0.5167 CVE
26 October 20231 GYD = 0.5216 CVE
27 October 20231 GYD = 0.5217 CVE
29 October 20231 GYD = 0.5014 CVE
30 October 20231 GYD = 0.5225 CVE
31 October 20231 GYD = 0.5211 CVE

04/05/2020: COVID-19 impact on currency

The outbreak of COVID-19 and its economic consequences led to a depreciation of the Cape Verdean escudo against major international currencies due to reduced tourism and economic activity.

01/01/2020: Transition to Polymer Banknotes

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

30/09/2017: New escudo banknotes issued

Cape Verde introduced a new series of banknotes for the escudo, featuring enhanced security features, updated designs, and improved durability.

31/12/2014: End of the peg to the euro

Cape Verde decided to abandon the peg to the euro, shifting to a managed float exchange rate system to allow the currency to fluctuate based on market forces.

01/01/2005: Decimalization of the escudo

The Cape Verdean escudo underwent a decimalization process, with the subdivision of 1 escudo into 100 centavos.

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.

01/01/1998: Currency pegged to the euro

The Cape Verdean escudo was pegged to the euro at a fixed exchange rate of 1 euro = 110.265 CVE, ensuring stability and facilitating trade.

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.

17/11/1977: Introduction of the new escudo

A new version of the Cape Verdean escudo was introduced, replacing the previous version with a new design and updated security features.

05/07/1975: Independence of Cape Verde

The Cape Verdean escudo (CVE) was officially adopted as the currency of Cape Verde upon gaining independence from Portugal.

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.

06/08/1917: 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.