Historic Guyanese dollar South African rand

Guyanese dollar south african rand history for August 2023. The highest quote for this month is 0.09577 (17/08/2023) and the lowest 0.09495 (16/08/2023). The difference between high and low is 0.86.

GYD ZAR average rate for August 2023 is 0.09334, the change between 01/08/2023 and 31/08/2023 is -4.67 %.

01 August 20231 GYD = 0.0892 ZAR
02 August 20231 GYD = 0.0911 ZAR
03 August 20231 GYD = 0.0920 ZAR
04 August 20231 GYD = 0.0932 ZAR
07 August 20231 GYD = 0.0928 ZAR
08 August 20231 GYD = 0.0934 ZAR
09 August 20231 GYD = 0.0945 ZAR
10 August 20231 GYD = 0.0946 ZAR
11 August 20231 GYD = 0.0940 ZAR
12 August 20231 GYD = 0.0911 ZAR
14 August 20231 GYD = 0.0942 ZAR
15 August 20231 GYD = 0.0953 ZAR
16 August 20231 GYD = 0.0948 ZAR
17 August 20231 GYD = 0.0958 ZAR
18 August 20231 GYD = 0.0952 ZAR
20 August 20231 GYD = 0.0913 ZAR
21 August 20231 GYD = 0.0950 ZAR
22 August 20231 GYD = 0.0948 ZAR
23 August 20231 GYD = 0.0937 ZAR
24 August 20231 GYD = 0.0923 ZAR
25 August 20231 GYD = 0.0939 ZAR
28 August 20231 GYD = 0.0931 ZAR
29 August 20231 GYD = 0.0928 ZAR
30 August 20231 GYD = 0.0922 ZAR
31 August 20231 GYD = 0.0933 ZAR

23/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Impact

The rand experienced significant volatility and depreciation as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting the country's economy and trade balance.

01/01/2020: Transition to Polymer Banknotes

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

15/12/2008: Global Financial Crisis Impact

The rand plunged against major currencies due to the global financial crisis and concerns about South Africa's economic 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.

09/11/2001: Rand Weakens to Record Low

The rand weakened to an all-time low against the US dollar, due to global economic uncertainty and domestic political concerns.

01/01/1995: Establishment of Reserve Bank Independence

The South African Reserve Bank gained independence, allowing it to have more control over monetary policy.

27/04/1994: First Democratic Elections

The first democratic elections were held in South Africa, marking the end of apartheid and bringing political stability, positively affecting the rand's value.

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.

01/08/1982: Currency Decimalization

The rand was decimalized, with 1 rand being equal to 100 cents.

26/05/1966: Independence of Guyana

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

14/09/1961: Introduction of the Rand

The South African rand was introduced as the official currency, replacing the South African pound.

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.