20/12/2019: Macao–Hong Kong Financial Cooperation Agreement signed
The Macau and Hong Kong authorities signed a financial cooperation agreement to strengthen monetary and financial stability, impacting the value and role of the Macanese pataca.
20/12/2017: Devaluation of Algerian Dinar
The Algerian dinar was devalued again, as it faced economic challenges and low oil prices.
29/06/2014: 50th Anniversary of Algerian Dinar
Algeria celebrated the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the Algerian dinar as its national currency.
21/12/1999: Introduction of Euro-Dinar Exchange Rate
The euro-dinar exchange rate was introduced, replacing the French franc as the peg currency for the Algerian dinar.
08/05/1995: Currency board system implemented
Macau adopted a currency board system, establishing a fixed exchange rate between the Macanese pataca and the Hong Kong dollar.
17/09/1994: Introduction of New Dinar
A new series of banknotes was introduced in Algeria, with the intent of stabilizing the currency and reducing inflation.
20/10/1977: Internationalization of the pataca
Macau allowed the international use and exchange of the Macanese pataca, strengthening its role as a stable and convertible currency.
10/11/1973: Devaluation of Algerian Dinar
The Algerian dinar was devalued by 30%, as a result of the global oil crisis and economic challenges faced by Algeria.
07/05/1971: Algerian Dinar Pegged to French Franc
The Algerian dinar was pegged to the French franc at a rate of 1 dinar to 1.20 francs, establishing a fixed exchange rate.
08/06/1967: Link with Portuguese escudo reestablished
The Macanese pataca was once again pegged to the Portuguese escudo, ending the gold standard era.
01/10/1964: Introduction of Algerian Dinar
The Algerian dinar was introduced as the official currency of Algeria, replacing the French franc at a rate of 1 dinar to 100 francs.
18/06/1948: Gold standard introduced
The Macanese pataca switched to the gold standard, with its value pegged to gold coins. The gold standard lasted until 1967.
17/03/1906: Silver standard established
Macau adopted the silver standard for the pataca, linking its value to silver coins in circulation. This standard remained in place until 1948.
27/10/1901: Introduction of Macanese pataca
The Macanese pataca was first introduced as the official currency of Macau, replacing the Portuguese real. It was initially pegged to the Portuguese escudo.