Historic Honduran lempira Libyan dinar

07/10/2019: Modernization of Banknotes

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

06/09/2018: Announcement of new dinar notes

The Central Bank of Libya announces the release of new dinar banknotes with enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting.

28/07/2014: Recognition of rival governments

The Libyan Supreme Court recognizes two rival governments, further fragmenting the country and impacting the value of the dinar.

17/02/2011: Start of the Libyan Civil War

The Libyan Civil War begins, leading to political instability and further devaluation of the Libyan dinar.

27/01/2009: Currency Crisis

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

15/06/1997: Monetary Integration

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

07/04/1986: US imposes economic sanctions

The United States imposes economic sanctions on Libya, severely impacting the value and stability of the Libyan dinar.

02/03/1978: Establishment of the Central Bank of Libya

The Central Bank of Libya is established, becoming the sole authority responsible for issuing and managing the Libyan dinar.

08/09/1971: Introduction of the Libyan dinar

The Libyan pound is replaced by the Libyan dinar, at a rate of 1 dinar = 1 pound.

15/03/1967: Introduction of the New Lempira

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

24/12/1951: Independence of Libya

Libya gains independence from Italy, introducing the Libyan pound as its currency.

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.