01/05/2017: Introduction of a two-dollar coin
Belize introduced a new denomination in the form of a two-dollar coin, reducing the dependency on smaller denomination banknotes.
06/05/2015: Pegged to the euro
The Bulgarian Lev officially became a currency pegged to the euro, maintaining a fixed exchange rate, on May 6, 2015.
26/09/2011: Launching of new designs
The Central Bank of Belize introduced a new series of banknotes with updated designs, depicting prominent national landmarks and personalities.
01/01/2002: Replacement of notes and coins
New series of notes and coins for the Bulgarian Lev were introduced, replacing the previous designs on January 1, 2002.
24/06/2001: Introduction of polymer banknotes
Belize became one of the first countries in the region to introduce polymer banknotes, enhancing durability and security.
01/07/1999: Currency board arrangement
Bulgaria implemented a currency board arrangement, fixing the Bulgarian Lev to the euro at a rate of 1.95583 on July 1, 1999.
01/04/1990: Establishment of the Central Bank of Belize
The Central Bank of Belize was established to oversee monetary policies and ensure financial stability in the country.
01/12/1982: Conversion to decimal currency
Belize adopted a decimal currency system with the introduction of a new series of banknotes and coins.
01/07/1978: Independence of Belize
Belize gained independence from the United Kingdom, solidifying the Belize dollar as the national currency.
01/11/1976: Introduction of the Belize dollar
The Belize dollar was introduced as the official currency of Belize to replace the British Honduran dollar.
15/09/1962: Introduction of the New Lev
The New Lev was introduced as a new currency in Bulgaria, replacing the Lev A, on September 15, 1962.
01/12/1952: Lev replaced by Lev A
The Bulgarian Lev was replaced by a new currency named Lev A on December 1, 1952 as a result of currency reform.
14/10/1923: Hyperinflation
Bulgaria experienced severe hyperinflation, causing the value of the Lev currency to plummet during the period from 1923 to 1924.
01/04/1881: Introduction of the Lev
The Bulgarian Lev currency was introduced as the official currency of Bulgaria on April 1, 1881.