Historic Lebanese pound Mauritanian ouguiya

01/01/2022: Planned Introduction of New Banknotes

Mauritania plans to introduce a new series of banknotes with modern security features and improved durability to enhance the overall quality and functionality of the currency.

01/07/2020: Replacement of Commemorative Banknote

A new 20,000 MRO commemorative banknote was issued to mark the 60th anniversary of independence, replacing the older version. It showcases significant historical landmarks and figures.

17/10/2019: Protests against economic crisis

Mass protests erupted in Lebanon due to economic crisis, leading to further depreciation of the Lebanese pound.

01/10/2018: New Banknotes and Coins

Mauritania introduced a new series of banknotes and coins denominated in Ouguiya, featuring enhanced security features and updated designs to combat counterfeiting.

01/01/2018: Floating of the Ouguiya

The Mauritanian Ouguiya transitioned from a fixed exchange rate regime to a floating exchange rate system. The currency's value is now determined by market forces within a managed float.

01/05/2004: Redenomination of the Ouguiya

The Mauritanian Ouguiya underwent a redenomination, where 1 new MRO was equivalent to 10 old MRO. This measure aimed to simplify transactions and improve economic stability.

03/11/1997: Revaluation of the Lebanese pound

The Lebanese pound was revalued at a rate of 1,500 LBP = 1 USD, ending the fixed exchange rate with the US dollar.

01/01/1986: Introduction of the parallel exchange market

The parallel exchange market was introduced in Lebanon, leading to a diverging exchange rate between the official and unofficial markets.

01/06/1978: Decentralization of Currency Issuance

The Central Bank of Mauritania granted the Banque Centrale de Mauritanie (BCM) the authority to issue and control the Mauritanian Ouguiya, decentralizing currency issuance.

01/01/1976: Lebanese Civil War

The Lebanese Civil War began, causing significant economic instability and devaluation of the Lebanese pound.

01/11/1973: Introduction of the Mauritanian Ouguiya

The Mauritanian Ouguiya (MRO) was introduced as the official currency of Mauritania, replacing the CFA franc. It was initially pegged to the French franc at a rate of 1 MRO = 5.5 FRF.

01/01/1961: Pegged to the US dollar

The Lebanese pound was pegged to the US dollar at an exchange rate of 1 LBP = 1.5 USD.

27/11/1941: Devaluation of the Lebanese pound

The Lebanese pound was devalued by 41.9% following the breakup of the French franc.

01/10/1920: Lebanese pound introduced

The Lebanese pound was introduced at a fixed exchange rate of 1 pound = 20 French francs during the French mandate period.