Historic Convertible Mark Bahraini dinar

01/11/2019: 25th Anniversary of the Convertible Mark

Bosnia and Herzegovina celebrated the 25th anniversary of the introduction of the Convertible Mark as its national currency.

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.

15/08/2017: New Banknote Denominations

New banknote denominations of 200 BAM and 1,000 BAM were introduced to facilitate transactions and enhance the efficiency of cash handling.

06/02/2014: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes

Bahrain introduced polymer banknotes for the first time, enhancing durability and security of the currency.

09/03/2010: New Polymer Banknotes

The Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina introduced polymer banknotes to replace the paper banknotes, increasing durability and security.

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.

28/02/2002: Replacement of Deutsche Mark with Euro

The Deutsche Mark was replaced by the euro as the main reference currency for the Convertible Mark's fixed exchange rate.

20/08/2001: Bahraini Dinar Second Edition

A new series of Bahraini dinar banknotes was introduced, featuring enhanced security features and updated designs.

02/07/1998: Issuance of New Banknote Series

A new series of banknotes was issued, featuring updated designs and enhanced security features.

01/07/1997: Currency Board Arrangement

A Currency Board Arrangement was established to maintain a fixed exchange rate between the Convertible Mark and the Deutsche Mark.

22/06/1995: Introduction of the Convertible Mark

The Convertible Mark was introduced as the official currency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, replacing the Yugoslav dinar.

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.