Historic Albanian lek Georgian Lari

13/03/2020: COVID-19 Impact

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic caused global economic uncertainty, leading to a decline in the value of the Georgian Lari and affecting the country's financial stability.

25/01/2016: Currency Restructuring

The National Bank of Georgia implemented currency restructuring measures to stabilize the value of the Lari and restore confidence in the national currency.

31/12/2011: Replacement of 1 Lek coin

The 1 lek coin was demonetized and replaced by a banknote. The decision was made due to the high cost of producing the coin.

10/03/2011: Lari Depreciation

The Georgian Lari experienced a sharp depreciation, reaching a record low against the U.S. dollar, due to various economic factors and a global financial crisis.

13/08/2008: Russian Invasion

During the Russo-Georgian War, the Georgian Lari faced significant devaluation due to the economic and political instability caused by the invasion.

01/01/2002: Euro Conversion Rate

The conversion rate of 1 Euro = 1936.27 GEL was fixed, as Georgia adopted the Euro as its main reference currency.

08/02/2000: Introduction of new banknotes and coins

A new series of banknotes and coins were introduced, featuring enhanced security features and updated designs.

27/04/1999: Introduction of New Lari

The New Lari was introduced as the second and current official currency of Georgia, replacing the old Lari at a rate of 1 New Lari = 1,000 old Lari.

02/03/1997: Collapse of pyramid schemes

The collapse of pyramid schemes in Albania caused a severe economic crisis, resulting in hyperinflation and a significant devaluation of the lek.

25/07/1995: Introduction of the Lari

The Georgian Lari was introduced as the official currency of Georgia, replacing the Russian ruble at a rate of 1 Lari = 1 million rubles.

26/06/1992: Transition to a market economy

Albania transitioned to a market economy, leading to a significant depreciation of the lek. The exchange rate changed to 1 lek = 9.3 old lek.

01/10/1965: Introduction of the new lek

A new series of banknotes and coins were introduced, marking the transition to the new lek. The exchange rate was set at 1 new lek = 10 old lek.

22/12/1947: Albania becomes a communist state

Following the establishment of a communist regime in Albania, the currency underwent a major devaluation, with the exchange rate changing to 1 lek = 12.5 old lek.

01/09/1926: Introduction of the Albanian lek

The lek was introduced as the official currency of Albania, replacing the previous currency, the Turkish lira. The exchange rate was set at 1 lek = 35 Turkish lira.