07/10/2019: Modernization of Banknotes
The Honduran Central Bank launched new banknotes with enhanced security features and improved designs to deter counterfeiting.
29/12/2014: Introduction of new Bahamian dollar variants
New variants of the Bahamian dollar banknotes, featuring improved security features, were introduced to combat counterfeit money.
27/01/2009: Currency Crisis
Honduras faced a severe currency crisis due to political instability, causing a decline in the value of the Lempira.
15/06/1997: Monetary Integration
Honduras became a member of the Central American Monetary Integration System, aiming to promote economic stability and regional cooperation.
27/12/1974: Devaluation of the Bahamian dollar
The Bahamian dollar was devalued by 50% to stimulate the country's tourism industry and boost its economy.
10/07/1973: Independence from British rule
The Bahamas gained independence from British rule, maintaining the Bahamian dollar as its currency.
09/09/1969: Currency Board Agreement
The Bahamas entered into a Currency Board Agreement with the Eastern Caribbean Currency Authority, establishing fixed exchange rates for their currencies.
15/03/1967: Introduction of the New Lempira
A new design and denomination of the Lempira banknotes were introduced in order to combat counterfeiting.
01/01/1966: Introduction of the Bahamian dollar
The Bahamian dollar was introduced, replacing the British pound as the official currency of the Bahamas.
03/09/1950: Devaluation of the Lempira
The Lempira experienced a significant devaluation, causing economic instability and inflation in Honduras.
11/10/1940: Monetary Reforms
Honduran government implemented monetary reforms to stabilize the Lempira and improve its value.
07/03/1931: Creation of the Lempira
The Honduran currency, the Lempira, was introduced to replace the Honduran peso as the official currency.
06/08/1866: Adoption of the British pound
The Bahamas officially adopted the British pound sterling as their currency, replacing the Bahamian pound.
06/06/1853: Introduction of the Bahamian pound
The Bahamian pound was introduced as the official currency of the Bahamas, replacing the Spanish dollar.