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.
26/01/2016: New N$100 and N$200 Banknotes Introduced
Namibia introduced new banknotes of N$100 and N$200 denominations to address the need for higher-value currency in the growing economy.
30/08/2012: Introduction of N$10 Commemorative Banknote
Namibia introduced a commemorative banknote of N$10 to celebrate the centenary of the country's struggle for independence.
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.
27/10/2008: Financial Crisis Impact
Due to the global financial crisis, the Namibian dollar experienced a depreciation against major currencies, affecting the country's economy.
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.
01/01/2002: Replacement of Old Banknotes
Old banknotes of the Namibian dollar were demonetized, and new banknotes became the only valid currency.
01/01/2000: Adoption of new currency symbol
The Aruban florin adopted a new symbol, ƒ, to distinguish itself from other currencies.
01/06/1999: Introduction of New Banknotes and Coins
New series of banknotes and coins were introduced in Namibia, featuring indigenous wildlife and cultural symbols.
30/08/1993: Dollarization of Namibia
Namibia adopted the Namibian dollar as its sole legal tender, replacing the South African rand as the official currency.
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.
21/03/1990: Independence of Namibia
Namibia gained independence from South Africa, leading to the introduction of the Namibian dollar as the official currency of the newly established country.
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.