Historic Tongan paʻanga Brunei dollar

Tongan paʻanga brunei dollar history for January 2024. The highest quote for this month is 0.57427 (06/01/2024) and the lowest 0.57353 (14/01/2024). The difference between high and low is 0.13.

TOP BND average rate for January 2024 is 0.56335, the change between 01/01/2024 and 31/01/2024 is +0.74 %.

01 January 20241 TOP = 0.5645 BND
02 January 20241 TOP = 0.5649 BND
03 January 20241 TOP = 0.5637 BND
04 January 20241 TOP = 0.5637 BND
05 January 20241 TOP = 0.5632 BND
06 January 20241 TOP = 0.5731 BND
07 January 20241 TOP = 0.5711 BND
08 January 20241 TOP = 0.5617 BND
09 January 20241 TOP = 0.5587 BND
10 January 20241 TOP = 0.5562 BND
11 January 20241 TOP = 0.5550 BND
12 January 20241 TOP = 0.5631 BND
14 January 20241 TOP = 0.5735 BND
15 January 20241 TOP = 0.5608 BND
16 January 20241 TOP = 0.5637 BND
17 January 20241 TOP = 0.5655 BND
18 January 20241 TOP = 0.5624 BND
19 January 20241 TOP = 0.5611 BND
22 January 20241 TOP = 0.5641 BND
23 January 20241 TOP = 0.5636 BND
24 January 20241 TOP = 0.5631 BND
25 January 20241 TOP = 0.5617 BND
26 January 20241 TOP = 0.5609 BND
28 January 20241 TOP = 0.5710 BND
29 January 20241 TOP = 0.5613 BND
30 January 20241 TOP = 0.5587 BND
31 January 20241 TOP = 0.5603 BND

01/01/2022: Removal of monarchy symbol

Brunei currency no longer featured the portrait of the Sultan as part of efforts to modernize the banknotes.

01/04/2020: 50th Anniversary of the Paʻanga

Tonga celebrated the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the paʻanga as its national currency.

21/07/2017: Commencement of New Series Polymer Banknotes

New series of polymer banknotes with modern designs entered circulation.

29/07/2014: Second Devaluation of the Paʻanga

Another devaluation occurred, this time by 20%, as part of Tonga's economic reform program.

05/05/2013: Upgrade of polymer banknotes

Introduction of new polymer banknotes with enhanced security features.

01/07/2011: Introduction of Brunei-Indonesia Currency Agreement

Brunei dollar became interchangeable with Indonesian rupiah in specified regions.

14/03/2008: Currency Redenomination

Tonga redenominated its currency, removing three zeros from the paʻanga to simplify monetary transactions.

16/11/2006: Riot and Currency Crisis

Civil unrest and riots erupted in Tonga, leading to a currency crisis and a temporary suspension of trading the paʻanga.

18/03/1996: Change in currency regime

Brunei dollar became fully backed by foreign exchange reserves instead of gold.

01/04/1991: First Devaluation of the Paʻanga

The paʻanga was devalued by 25% in an attempt to boost Tonga's economy and improve trade competitiveness.

04/06/1975: Independence of Tonga

Tonga gained full independence from the United Kingdom, further solidifying the status of the paʻanga as its national currency.

12/06/1973: Establishment of Brunei Currency Board

Currency Board assumed responsibility for the issuance and management of Brunei dollar.

27/07/1967: Introduction of Brunei and Singapore Currency Interchangeability Agreement

Brunei and Singapore dollars became interchangeable at par.

01/04/1967: Introduction of the Paʻanga

The Tongan paʻanga was introduced as the official currency, replacing the pound at a rate of 1 pound = 2 paʻanga.