19/05/2019: Launch of New Bahraini Dinar Series
A new series of Bahraini dinar banknotes was launched, featuring enhanced security features, updated designs, and braille markings for the visually impaired.
01/10/2018: Redesign and Modernization of Banknotes
The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic unveils a redesigned series of banknotes with enhanced security features and modernized aesthetics.
06/02/2014: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes
Bahrain introduced polymer banknotes for the first time, enhancing durability and security of the currency.
01/12/2011: New Security Features
To combat counterfeiting, the Central Bank of the Dominican Republic introduces new security features on the Peso Dominicano banknotes.
30/09/2006: Bahraini Dinar Convertibility
Bahrain lifted the restrictions on the convertibility of the Bahraini dinar, allowing it to be freely traded and exchanged internationally.
01/03/2004: Transition to the Peso Dominicano
The Dominican Republic transitions from the Peso Oro to the Peso Dominicano, a new currency with a different exchange rate, to improve monetary stability.
20/08/2001: Bahraini Dinar Second Edition
A new series of Bahraini dinar banknotes was introduced, featuring enhanced security features and updated designs.
24/06/1994: Establishment of the Bahrain Monetary Agency
The Bahrain Monetary Agency (now known as the Central Bank of Bahrain) was established to regulate and oversee the Bahraini dinar.
31/12/1972: Bahrain Dinar Pegged to US Dollar
The Bahraini Dinar was pegged to the US Dollar at a fixed exchange rate of 1 dinar = $2.80, which continues to this day.
15/10/1965: Introduction of the Bahraini Dinar
The Bahraini Dinar was introduced as the official currency of Bahrain, replacing the Gulf rupee at a rate of 1 dinar = 10 rupees.
11/10/1947: Introduction of the Peso Oro
The Peso Oro is introduced as a new currency in the Dominican Republic, replacing the previous Peso. It is pegged to the US dollar at a fixed exchange rate.
09/01/1905: The Monetary Law of 1905
The Dominican government enacts the Monetary Law of 1905, which establishes the gold standard for the Peso, linking its value to the US dollar.
17/03/1877: Introduction of Paper Money
The first paper money denominated in the Dominican Peso is introduced, replacing the previously used gold and silver coins.
27/02/1844: Dominican Independence
After gaining independence from Haiti, the Dominican Republic introduces its own currency, the Peso, as a symbol of its sovereignty.