Historic Papua New Guinean Kina Samoan Tala

Papua New Guinean Kina samoan tala history for October 2023. The highest quote for this month is 0.77663 (04/10/2023) and the lowest 0.78219 (04/10/2023). The difference between high and low is -0.72.

PGK WST average rate for October 2023 is 0.75938, the change between 01/10/2023 and 31/10/2023 is +4.54 %.

03 October 20231 PGK = 0.7822 WST
04 October 20231 PGK = 0.7822 WST
06 October 20231 PGK = 0.7798 WST
07 October 20231 PGK = 0.7296 WST
09 October 20231 PGK = 0.7731 WST
10 October 20231 PGK = 0.7599 WST
11 October 20231 PGK = 0.7493 WST
13 October 20231 PGK = 0.7798 WST
16 October 20231 PGK = 0.7702 WST
17 October 20231 PGK = 0.7789 WST
18 October 20231 PGK = 0.7796 WST
19 October 20231 PGK = 0.7612 WST
20 October 20231 PGK = 0.7224 WST
23 October 20231 PGK = 0.7382 WST
24 October 20231 PGK = 0.7425 WST
25 October 20231 PGK = 0.7224 WST
26 October 20231 PGK = 0.7547 WST
27 October 20231 PGK = 0.7770 WST
30 October 20231 PGK = 0.7580 WST
31 October 20231 PGK = 0.7467 WST

24/03/2020: COVID-19 Economic Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the Papua New Guinean economy and the value of the Kina, leading to economic challenges and policy interventions.

19/11/2018: Launch of New Kina Notes and Coins

The Bank of Papua New Guinea launched a new series of Kina banknotes and coins, featuring enhanced security features and improved design.

08/05/1995: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes

Polymer banknotes were introduced in Papua New Guinea, replacing the traditional paper banknotes and providing increased durability.

28/07/1989: Kina Floats in Foreign Exchange Market

The Papua New Guinean Kina was allowed to float freely in the foreign exchange market, leading to fluctuations in its value.

03/02/1976: First Kina Banknotes Issued

The Bank of Papua New Guinea issued the first series of Kina banknotes, featuring unique designs and local elements.

19/12/1975: Independence from Australia

Papua New Guinea gained independence, leading to the introduction of the Papua New Guinean Kina as its currency.

19/12/1975: Introduction of the Kina

The Papua New Guinean Kina was officially introduced as the national currency, replacing the Australian Dollar at a rate of 2 Kina to 1 Australian Dollar.