Historic Guyanese dollar South African rand

Guyanese dollar south african rand history for October 2023. The highest quote for this month is 0.09829 (05/10/2023) and the lowest 0.09671 (09/10/2023). The difference between high and low is 1.61.

GYD ZAR average rate for October 2023 is 0.09435, the change between 01/10/2023 and 31/10/2023 is -3.99 %.

01 October 20231 GYD = 0.0907 ZAR
02 October 20231 GYD = 0.0943 ZAR
03 October 20231 GYD = 0.0961 ZAR
04 October 20231 GYD = 0.0965 ZAR
05 October 20231 GYD = 0.0969 ZAR
06 October 20231 GYD = 0.0980 ZAR
07 October 20231 GYD = 0.0926 ZAR
09 October 20231 GYD = 0.0973 ZAR
10 October 20231 GYD = 0.0958 ZAR
11 October 20231 GYD = 0.0951 ZAR
12 October 20231 GYD = 0.0940 ZAR
13 October 20231 GYD = 0.0952 ZAR
16 October 20231 GYD = 0.0950 ZAR
17 October 20231 GYD = 0.0940 ZAR
18 October 20231 GYD = 0.0941 ZAR
19 October 20231 GYD = 0.0948 ZAR
20 October 20231 GYD = 0.0943 ZAR
21 October 20231 GYD = 0.0907 ZAR
22 October 20231 GYD = 0.0911 ZAR
23 October 20231 GYD = 0.0950 ZAR
24 October 20231 GYD = 0.0948 ZAR
25 October 20231 GYD = 0.0951 ZAR
26 October 20231 GYD = 0.0957 ZAR
27 October 20231 GYD = 0.0948 ZAR
28 October 20231 GYD = 0.0907 ZAR
29 October 20231 GYD = 0.0907 ZAR
30 October 20231 GYD = 0.0941 ZAR
31 October 20231 GYD = 0.0944 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.