04/02/2021: Ending of Intervention Policy
Denmark's central bank announced the end of its long-standing policy of defending the Krone's peg to the Euro.
01/01/2019: Switch to the Bermuda dollar symbol
Bermuda officially adopted a new currency symbol for the Bermudian dollar, replacing the British pound sign used previously.
16/03/2015: Redesign of banknotes
The Bermuda Monetary Authority unveiled a redesigned series of banknotes featuring enhanced security features and updated designs.
01/05/2012: Introduction of polymer banknotes
Bermuda introduced polymer banknotes to replace paper currency for better durability and security.
19/09/2000: Referendum on Euro Membership
Danish voters rejected adopting the Euro in a referendum, maintaining the Krone as the national currency.
31/12/1998: Euro peg
Denmark joined the European Exchange Rate Mechanism (ERM II), pegging the Krone to the Euro with a narrow fluctuation band.
01/01/1997: Incorporation into Federal Reserve System
The US Federal Reserve System incorporated the Bermuda Monetary Authority into its banking system.
24/03/1982: Floating Exchange Rate
Denmark switched to a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the Krone's value to be determined by market forces.
06/01/1982: New notes and coins
Bermuda issued new notes and coins, featuring iconic local sights, to commemorate its 375th anniversary.
25/02/1972: Introduction of decimal coins
Bermuda introduced a decimal currency system, replacing the old pounds, shillings, and pence.
06/07/1970: Currency Board Agreement
Bermuda established a Currency Board System, pegging the Bermudian dollar at par with the US dollar.
21/07/1944: Bretton Woods Agreement
Denmark became a member of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and agreed to the Bretton Woods system, pegging the Krone to the US dollar.
10/09/1927: Return to Gold Standard
Denmark abandoned the gold standard due to economic pressures and public debt.
31/12/1872: Pegging to Gold Standard
The Danish Krone was pegged to the gold standard, fixing its value in relation to gold.