07/10/2019: Modernization of Banknotes
The Honduran Central Bank launched new banknotes with enhanced security features and improved designs to deter counterfeiting.
27/01/2009: Currency Crisis
Honduras faced a severe currency crisis due to political instability, causing a decline in the value of the Lempira.
10/09/2008: Introduction of Birr Denominations
Ethiopia introduced new banknotes of different denominations in an effort to combat counterfeiting and improve security features.
15/06/1997: Monetary Integration
Honduras became a member of the Central American Monetary Integration System, aiming to promote economic stability and regional cooperation.
27/05/1991: Introduction of Birr Coins
Ethiopia introduced coins for the birr denominations, replacing the previous notes.
17/09/1976: Introduction of New Birr
A new birr was introduced, replacing the previous Ethiopian birr and being equal to 100 old birr.
15/03/1967: Introduction of the New Lempira
A new design and denomination of the Lempira banknotes were introduced in order to combat counterfeiting.
03/09/1950: Devaluation of the Lempira
The Lempira experienced a significant devaluation, causing economic instability and inflation in Honduras.
08/07/1945: Decree to Change Birr Decimalization
Ethiopia changed the birr decimalization from talari and ghersh to dollars and cents.
11/10/1940: Monetary Reforms
Honduran government implemented monetary reforms to stabilize the Lempira and improve its value.
31/12/1931: Introduction of Ethiopian birr
The Ethiopian birr was introduced as the official currency, replacing the Maria Theresa Thaler.
05/07/1931: Ethiopian Monetary Authority Established
The Ethiopian Monetary Authority was established to regulate the country's monetary system and issue currency.
07/03/1931: Creation of the Lempira
The Honduran currency, the Lempira, was introduced to replace the Honduran peso as the official currency.
14/02/1894: Introduction of Maria Theresa Thaler
Ethiopia adopted the Maria Theresa Thaler as the official currency, which remained in circulation until 1935.