Historic Botswana pula Ethiopian birr

01/10/2018: Introduction of New Coins

Botswana introduces a new series of coins, featuring updated designs and enhanced durability.

01/08/2014: Currency Redenomination

Botswana redenominates the Pula, dividing it into 1000 Thebe to simplify calculations and reduce the use of smaller denominations.

05/10/2009: Introduction of New Banknotes

Botswana introduces a new series of banknotes, featuring improved security features and updated designs.

10/09/2008: Introduction of Birr Denominations

Ethiopia introduced new banknotes of different denominations in an effort to combat counterfeiting and improve security features.

23/08/2005: Currency Devaluation

Botswana allows the Pula to float freely against other currencies, resulting in a devaluation of approximately 12%.

27/05/1991: Introduction of Birr Coins

Ethiopia introduced coins for the birr denominations, replacing the previous notes.

31/12/1980: Currency Board Established

The Bank of Botswana establishes a Currency Board, which manages the issuance and distribution of the Pula.

17/10/1978: Currency Pegged to a Basket

Botswana pegs the Pula to a basket of currencies, including the South African Rand, British Pound, and US Dollar.

17/09/1976: Introduction of New Birr

A new birr was introduced, replacing the previous Ethiopian birr and being equal to 100 old birr.

14/09/1976: Introduction of the Pula

Botswana replaces the South African Rand with its own currency, the Pula, at a 1:1 exchange rate.

08/07/1945: Decree to Change Birr Decimalization

Ethiopia changed the birr decimalization from talari and ghersh to dollars and cents.

31/12/1931: Introduction of Ethiopian birr

The Ethiopian birr was introduced as the official currency, replacing the Maria Theresa Thaler.

05/07/1931: Ethiopian Monetary Authority Established

The Ethiopian Monetary Authority was established to regulate the country's monetary system and issue currency.

14/02/1894: Introduction of Maria Theresa Thaler

Ethiopia adopted the Maria Theresa Thaler as the official currency, which remained in circulation until 1935.