27/07/2020: Transition to Sol
Peru announced the removal of 'Nuevo' from the currency's name, making it officially known as the Sol once again.
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.
15/12/2015: Introduction of New Sol Banknotes
New series of banknotes featuring improved security features and designs were introduced for the Nuevo Sol.
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.
01/10/1995: Introduction of Nuevo Sol
The Peruvian Sol was revalued and renamed as the Nuevo Sol, with a new currency code of PEN.
01/07/1991: Return to the Sol
Peru reintroduced the Sol as its official currency, replacing the Inti at a rate of 1 million Intis to 1 Sol.
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.
01/02/1985: Creation of the Inti
The Peruvian Inti was created to replace the Sol as the official currency as part of an economic reform plan.
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.
24/12/1951: Independence of Libya
Libya gains independence from Italy, introducing the Libyan pound as its currency.
01/07/1880: Adoption of the Sol de Oro Standard
Peru adopted the Sol de Oro standard, pegging the Sol to gold at a fixed rate.
23/11/1850: Introducción of Peruvian Sol
The Peruvian Sol was introduced as the official currency of Peru to replace the Spanish real.