26/06/2020: Currency peg under review
Barbados announced that it would review the decades-long currency peg of 2:1 with the US dollar, considering a shift to a floating exchange rate.
17/03/2020: COVID-19 Impact on the Dinar
The COVID-19 pandemic and its economic consequences significantly impacted the value and stability of the Jordanian dinar.
10/11/2019: Announcement of Digitizing the Dinar
The Central Bank of Jordan announced its plan to digitize the Jordanian dinar to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
15/12/2013: Launch of the New 50 Dinar Note
A new 50 dinar banknote featuring King Abdullah II was released, replacing the old design.
05/08/2013: Devaluation of currency
Barbados devalued its currency by 10% to stimulate economic growth and competitiveness.
01/01/2001: Introduction of New Dinar Notes
New banknotes of the Jordanian dinar were introduced with enhanced security features.
24/07/1995: New currency design
Barbados introduced a new design for its currency, featuring national symbols and landmarks.
01/07/1989: Devaluation of the Dinar
The Jordanian dinar was devalued by 50% to stimulate exports and economic growth.
05/05/1975: Introduction of decimalization
Barbados introduced decimalization, dividing the Barbadian Dollar into 100 cents.
01/01/1973: Fixed exchange rate
Barbados fixed its currency exchange rate to the US dollar at a rate of 2 Barbadian Dollars to 1 US Dollar.
03/07/1972: Barbados gains independence
Barbados gained independence from British rule, leading to the establishment of the Central Bank of Barbados.
01/03/1965: Replacement of Filas
The filas, a fractional unit of the dinar, were replaced by smaller denomination coins.
01/04/1950: Introduction of the Jordanian Dinar
The Jordanian dinar was introduced as the official currency of Jordan, replacing the Palestine pound.
01/10/1935: Introduction of Barbadian Dollar
The Barbadian Dollar was introduced as the official currency of Barbados, replacing the East Caribbean dollar.