Historic Guyanese dollar Polish Zloty

03/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic caused significant fluctuations in the value of the Polish Zloty, influenced by global economic uncertainties and shocks to foreign trade.

01/01/2020: Transition to Polymer Banknotes

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

17/11/2014: National Bank of Poland Intervention

The National Bank of Poland intervened in the currency market to weaken the Polish Zloty, aiming to stimulate exports and counter deflationary pressures.

01/04/2011: Poland Joins the ERM II

Poland's participation in the European Exchange Rate Mechanism II aimed to facilitate converging towards the Euro and maintaining stability for the Polish Zloty.

27/10/2008: Global Financial Crisis

The global financial crisis had repercussions on the Polish Zloty, with the currency experiencing devaluation and higher volatility due to market uncertainty.

01/05/2004: Poland's EU Accession

Poland's accession to the European Union had a profound impact on the Polish Zloty, as it became subject to EU regulations and influenced by the Eurozone.

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.

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.

04/06/1989: Fall of Communism in Poland

The end of communist rule in Poland led to significant economic and currency reforms, including a stabilization program that strengthened the Polish Zloty.

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.

01/01/1950: Introduction of the Polish Zloty

The Polish Zloty was introduced as the official currency of Poland, replacing the old Polish currency. It played a crucial role in rebuilding the post-war economy.

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.