Historic Guyanese dollar Nepalese rupee

01/01/2020: Transition to Polymer Banknotes

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

20/09/2015: Adoption of New Constitution

Nepal adopted a new constitution, resulting in political unrest and affecting the Nepalese Rupee's stability.

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.

26/10/1999: Maoist Insurgency Begins

The start of the Maoist insurgency in Nepal led to political instability and economic challenges, impacting the value of the Nepalese Rupee.

08/04/1993: Nepalese Rupee's Peg to Indian Rupee

The Nepalese Rupee was pegged to the Indian Rupee at a fixed exchange rate.

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.

30/12/1972: Reintroduction of Nepalese Rupee

Nepal reintroduced the Nepalese Rupee as the official currency, separating it from the Indian Rupee.

26/05/1966: Independence of Guyana

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

12/03/1960: Replacement of Nepalese Rupee

The Nepalese Rupee was replaced by the Indian Rupee as the legal tender in Nepal.

15/12/1959: Nepal Rastra Bank Established

Nepal Rastra Bank, the central bank of Nepal, was established to oversee the monetary system and issue the Nepalese Rupee.

12/09/1951: Currency Board Established

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

07/04/1932: Introduction of Nepalese Rupee

The Nepalese Rupee was officially introduced as the currency of Nepal, replacing the silver mohar.

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.