Historic Honduran lempira Colombian Peso

07/10/2019: Modernization of Banknotes

The Honduran Central Bank launched new banknotes with enhanced security features and improved designs to deter counterfeiting.

02/12/2016: Peace Agreement Impact

After the signing of the peace agreement with FARC, the Colombian Peso strengthened and saw improvements in the economy.

27/01/2009: Currency Crisis

Honduras faced a severe currency crisis due to political instability, causing a decline in the value of the Lempira.

24/07/2001: Exchange rate flexibility

Colombia allowed the Colombian Peso to have a flexible exchange rate, transitioning from a fixed exchange rate system.

21/10/1999: Colombia's Financial Crisis

Colombia faced a financial crisis resulting in a devaluation of the Peso and an economic recession.

15/06/1997: Monetary Integration

Honduras became a member of the Central American Monetary Integration System, aiming to promote economic stability and regional cooperation.

04/07/1991: Introduction of a New Peso

A new Peso was introduced with a higher value, replacing the old Peso due to high inflation.

15/03/1967: Introduction of the New Lempira

A new design and denomination of the Lempira banknotes were introduced in order to combat counterfeiting.

12/06/1953: Creation of Banco de la República

The central bank of Colombia, Banco de la República, was established to regulate and control the Colombian Peso.

03/09/1950: Devaluation of the Lempira

The Lempira experienced a significant devaluation, causing economic instability and inflation in Honduras.

11/10/1940: Monetary Reforms

Honduran government implemented monetary reforms to stabilize the Lempira and improve its value.

07/03/1931: Creation of the Lempira

The Honduran currency, the Lempira, was introduced to replace the Honduran peso as the official currency.

31/07/1886: Adoption of the Gold Standard

Colombia adopted the gold standard, linking the value of the Peso to gold, stabilizing the currency.

27/05/1837: Introduction of the Peso

The Colombian Peso was introduced as the official currency of Colombia, replacing the Spanish real.