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.
10/10/2013: Plastic Banknotes Introduced
Polymer banknotes made of plastic were introduced to improve the durability and security of Fijian currency.
01/05/2012: Introduction of polymer banknotes
Bermuda introduced polymer banknotes to replace paper currency for better durability and security.
28/04/2009: Floating Exchange Rate
Fiji adopted a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the value of the Fijian Dollar to be determined by market forces.
01/01/1997: Incorporation into Federal Reserve System
The US Federal Reserve System incorporated the Bermuda Monetary Authority into its banking system.
14/01/1985: Currency Devaluation
Fijian Dollar was devalued by 20% to combat economic instability caused by a trade deficit.
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.
15/01/1971: Fixed Exchange Rate
Fijian Dollar was pegged to the Australian Dollar at a fixed exchange rate of 1:1.
06/07/1970: Currency Board Agreement
Bermuda established a Currency Board System, pegging the Bermudian dollar at par with the US dollar.
12/12/1969: Decimalization of Currency
Fiji switched from the pound system to decimal currency, introducing the Fijian Dollar divided into 100 cents.
01/01/1875: Introduction of Fijian Currency
Fijian Coins and Banknotes were introduced as legal tender, replacing Spanish Dollars.
10/10/1873: Devaluation of Spanish Dollars
The Spanish Dollars were devalued by 20% in the British Colony of Fiji, leading to a change in currency.