Historic Romanian leu Libyan dinar

01/04/2019: Romania plans to adopt the euro

The Romanian government announces its intention to join the Eurozone and set a target date for adopting the euro as the national currency.

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.

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.

01/06/2005: Currency redenomination

Romania underwent a currency redenomination, with 10,000 old lei being exchanged for 1 new leu, to simplify transactions and eliminate zeros.

01/07/2003: Romania joins EU Accession

As part of joining the European Union, Romania pledges to adopt the euro in the future, aiming for greater economic integration.

28/02/1991: End of communist era

As communism collapsed, Romania undergoes economic reforms and introduces a free-floating exchange rate system for the leu.

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.

24/12/1951: Independence of Libya

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

30/12/1947: Communist regime introduces new leu

In an attempt to devalue the currency and control the economy, the Communist regime introduces a new leu at a ratio of 1:20,000.

01/03/1901: Introduction of the gold standard

Romanian leu was tied to the gold standard, ensuring the stability of the currency and attracting foreign investments.

01/04/1867: Creation of the Romanian leu

The leu was established as the official currency of Romania, replacing the previous currencies in circulation.