15/09/2021: Digitization of the Moroccan dirham
Morocco announced plans to digitize the dirham, introducing a central bank digital currency (CBDC) for financial transactions in the country.
01/03/2018: Redenomination of the Aruban florin
Aruba redenominated its currency, replacing 1,000 florins with 1 florin, simplifying transactions and reducing the size of banknotes.
02/06/2014: Introduction of the fourth dirham
Another series of Moroccan dirham banknotes was issued, featuring new designs and enhanced security features.
01/01/2011: Introduction of polymer banknotes
Aruba introduced polymer banknotes, made from a durable and secure polymer substrate, to enhance the durability and security of its currency.
02/07/2005: Dirham's exchange rate floatation
Morocco moved to a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the dirham to fluctuate based on market forces.
01/01/2003: Replacement of older banknotes
Older series of banknotes were phased out and replaced by newer and more secure banknotes featuring enhanced anti-counterfeiting measures.
01/01/2000: Adoption of new currency symbol
The Aruban florin adopted a new symbol, ƒ, to distinguish itself from other currencies.
01/05/1999: Introduction of the third dirham
A new series of Moroccan dirham banknotes was introduced with enhanced security features.
01/01/1993: Currency reform
A currency reform took place in Aruba, with the introduction of a new series of banknotes and the demonetization of certain older banknotes.
01/01/1990: Introduction of the guilders coins
Aruba introduced its own series of coins denominated in guilders, featuring unique designs and symbols reflective of Aruban culture.
01/01/1986: Introduction of the Aruban florin
The Aruban florin was established as the official currency of Aruba, replacing the Dutch guilder at a fixed rate of 1.79 florin to 1 guilder.
12/12/1980: Introduction of the second dirham
A new series of Moroccan dirham banknotes was issued to replace the first series.
17/10/1974: Adoption of the dirham as the currency
The Moroccan franc was replaced by the Moroccan dirham (MAD) as the official currency.
26/11/1960: Introduction of the Moroccan franc (FRF)
The Moroccan franc was introduced as the official currency of Morocco.