30/10/2016: Withdrawal of the 1000-krone banknote
The Norges Bank phased out the 1000-krone banknote, as part of efforts to combat money laundering and reduce the use of cash in the economy.
10/10/2013: Plastic Banknotes Introduced
Polymer banknotes made of plastic were introduced to improve the durability and security of Fijian currency.
28/04/2009: Floating Exchange Rate
Fiji adopted a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the value of the Fijian Dollar to be determined by market forces.
01/01/1999: Creation of the euro
Several European countries introduced the euro as a common currency, but Norway chose to maintain the krone, cementing its separate monetary path.
19/11/1992: Norway rejects European Union membership
In a referendum, Norway voted against joining the European Union, reaffirming its independent monetary policy and keeping the krone outside the eurozone.
14/01/1985: Currency Devaluation
Fijian Dollar was devalued by 20% to combat economic instability caused by a trade deficit.
15/01/1971: Fixed Exchange Rate
Fijian Dollar was pegged to the Australian Dollar at a fixed exchange rate of 1:1.
12/12/1969: Decimalization of Currency
Fiji switched from the pound system to decimal currency, introducing the Fijian Dollar divided into 100 cents.
22/10/1931: Devaluation of the krone
To counter the effects of the Great Depression, Norway devalued the krone by 14%, aiming to boost exports and stimulate the economy.
01/11/1920: Krone's return to the gold standard
Following the end of World War I, Norway reintroduced the gold standard for the krone, stabilizing its value and restoring confidence in the currency.
02/08/1914: Suspension of krone's gold standard
Due to the outbreak of World War I, Norway suspended the krone's convertibility into gold, allowing for more flexibility in monetary policy during the war.
27/10/1875: The introduction of the krone currency
The krone was established as the official currency of Norway, replacing the previous speciedaler, marking a significant milestone in the country's monetary history.
01/01/1875: Introduction of Fijian Currency
Fijian Coins and Banknotes were introduced as legal tender, replacing Spanish Dollars.
10/10/1873: Devaluation of Spanish Dollars
The Spanish Dollars were devalued by 20% in the British Colony of Fiji, leading to a change in currency.