Historic Macanese pataca Solomon Islands Dollar

20/12/2019: Macao–Hong Kong Financial Cooperation Agreement signed

The Macau and Hong Kong authorities signed a financial cooperation agreement to strengthen monetary and financial stability, impacting the value and role of the Macanese pataca.

28/06/2019: Withdrawal of the $2 note

The Central Bank of Solomon Islands announced the withdrawal of the $2 note from circulation, promoting the use of coins instead.

02/01/2012: Introduction of polymer banknotes

The Central Bank of Solomon Islands issued polymer banknotes to replace the paper ones, enhancing durability and security.

02/05/2011: Renewal of currency design

The Central Bank of Solomon Islands introduced new banknotes with enhanced security features and a refreshed design.

08/05/1995: Currency board system implemented

Macau adopted a currency board system, establishing a fixed exchange rate between the Macanese pataca and the Hong Kong dollar.

22/03/1993: Introduction of the $2 coin

The $2 coin was introduced as a new denomination of the Solomon Islands Dollar.

25/01/1979: Monetary Authority Act

The Monetary Authority Act was passed, establishing the Central Bank of Solomon Islands as the sole issuer and regulator of the SBD.

20/10/1977: Internationalization of the pataca

Macau allowed the international use and exchange of the Macanese pataca, strengthening its role as a stable and convertible currency.

06/07/1977: Introduction of the Solomon Islands Dollar

The Solomon Islands Dollar was introduced as the official currency replacing the Australian Dollar at a rate of 1:1.

07/06/1977: Independence of Solomon Islands

Solomon Islands gained independence from British rule, establishing the need for their own currency, the Solomon Islands Dollar (SBD).

08/06/1967: Link with Portuguese escudo reestablished

The Macanese pataca was once again pegged to the Portuguese escudo, ending the gold standard era.

18/06/1948: Gold standard introduced

The Macanese pataca switched to the gold standard, with its value pegged to gold coins. The gold standard lasted until 1967.

17/03/1906: Silver standard established

Macau adopted the silver standard for the pataca, linking its value to silver coins in circulation. This standard remained in place until 1948.

27/10/1901: Introduction of Macanese pataca

The Macanese pataca was first introduced as the official currency of Macau, replacing the Portuguese real. It was initially pegged to the Portuguese escudo.