Historic Libyan dinar Cuban peso

01/01/2021: End of Monetary Dualism

The Cuban government completed the currency unification process, eliminating the convertible peso (CUC) and establishing a single currency system with the Cuban peso (CUP).

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.

20/12/2013: Currency Unification Implementation

The Cuban government officially started the process of currency unification, gradually phasing out the convertible peso (CUC) and improving monetary policy.

25/10/2011: Currency Unification Announced

The Cuban government announced plans to eliminate the dual currency system and unify the CUP and CUC.

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.

08/12/2004: Elimination of US Dollar Circulation

The Cuban government announced the withdrawal of the US dollar as legal tender and introduced the convertible peso (CUC) as a replacement.

07/12/1994: Dollarization Decree

Cubans were allowed to hold and transact in foreign currencies, primarily the US dollar, to counter the economic crisis.

01/08/1994: Special Period

The Cuban economy faced a severe crisis due to the collapse of the Soviet Union, leading to currency devaluation and economic reforms.

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.

01/01/1961: Nationalization of Banks

The Cuban government nationalized all private and foreign-owned banks, including their currency holdings.

24/12/1951: Independence of Libya

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