Historic Belize dollar Hungarian forint

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.

09/03/2012: Introduction of New Banknotes

Hungary introduced new banknotes with enhanced security features, aiming to combat counterfeiting and improve the forint's credibility.

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.

23/10/2008: Global Financial Crisis

The global financial crisis had a significant impact on the Hungarian forint, resulting in a significant depreciation against major foreign currencies.

01/05/2004: Accession to the European Union

Hungary joined the European Union, bringing the forint closer to the eurozone and influencing its future trajectory as an EU currency.

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.

28/02/2001: Currency Exchange Rate Stability

The Hungarian government adopted a policy of maintaining a stable exchange rate for the forint against the euro, contributing to the currency's stability.

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.

16/06/1989: Transition to a Market Economy

Hungary implemented economic reforms, including the transition from a planned economy to a market economy, with significant impacts on the forint's value and exchange rate.

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.

20/08/1949: Forint becomes a planned economy currency

Hungary's currency, including the forint, became part of the planned socialist economy under the control of the Hungarian Workers' Party.

03/08/1946: Introduction of the Forint

The forint was introduced as the official currency of Hungary, replacing the previous pengő, which had been severely devalued during World War II.