Historic Pound sterling Barbadian dollar

Pound sterling barbadian dollar history for December 2023. The highest quote for this month is 2.546 (31/12/2023) and the lowest 2.5465 (31/12/2023). The difference between high and low is -0.02.

GBP BBD average rate for December 2023 is 2.50678, the change between 01/12/2023 and 31/12/2023 is -2.15 %.

01 December 20231 GBP = 2.493 BBD
03 December 20231 GBP = 2.543 BBD
04 December 20231 GBP = 2.510 BBD
05 December 20231 GBP = 2.494 BBD
06 December 20231 GBP = 2.485 BBD
07 December 20231 GBP = 2.481 BBD
08 December 20231 GBP = 2.485 BBD
10 December 20231 GBP = 2.510 BBD
11 December 20231 GBP = 2.481 BBD
12 December 20231 GBP = 2.479 BBD
13 December 20231 GBP = 2.480 BBD
14 December 20231 GBP = 2.490 BBD
15 December 20231 GBP = 2.519 BBD
17 December 20231 GBP = 2.536 BBD
18 December 20231 GBP = 2.514 BBD
19 December 20231 GBP = 2.496 BBD
20 December 20231 GBP = 2.511 BBD
21 December 20231 GBP = 2.495 BBD
22 December 20231 GBP = 2.503 BBD
24 December 20231 GBP = 2.540 BBD
25 December 20231 GBP = 2.505 BBD
26 December 20231 GBP = 2.510 BBD
27 December 20231 GBP = 2.517 BBD
28 December 20231 GBP = 2.527 BBD
29 December 20231 GBP = 2.527 BBD
31 December 20231 GBP = 2.547 BBD

26/06/2020: Currency peg under review

Barbados announced that it would review the decades-long currency peg of 2:1 with the US dollar, considering a shift to a floating exchange rate.

23/06/2016: Brexit Referendum

The United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union, causing significant uncertainty and volatility in the pound sterling's value.

05/08/2013: Devaluation of currency

Barbados devalued its currency by 10% to stimulate economic growth and competitiveness.

31/12/1999: Establishment of the Euro

The euro was introduced as an electronic currency, paving the way for the eventual replacement of some national currencies, including the pound.

24/07/1995: New currency design

Barbados introduced a new design for its currency, featuring national symbols and landmarks.

16/09/1992: Black Wednesday

The pound sterling experienced a severe drop in value and the UK was forced to withdraw from the European Exchange Rate Mechanism (ERM).

05/05/1975: Introduction of decimalization

Barbados introduced decimalization, dividing the Barbadian Dollar into 100 cents.

01/01/1973: Fixed exchange rate

Barbados fixed its currency exchange rate to the US dollar at a rate of 2 Barbadian Dollars to 1 US Dollar.

03/07/1972: Barbados gains independence

Barbados gained independence from British rule, leading to the establishment of the Central Bank of Barbados.

14/02/1971: Decimalization of the Pound

The pound sterling was decimalized, with the old system of pounds, shillings and pence replaced by a decimal currency.

01/10/1935: Introduction of Barbadian Dollar

The Barbadian Dollar was introduced as the official currency of Barbados, replacing the East Caribbean dollar.

06/12/1921: Currency Separation with Ireland

Following the Anglo-Irish Treaty, Ireland left the United Kingdom and established its own currency, leading to separate pound sterling notes.

21/12/1816: Gold Standard Introduced

The pound sterling was officially placed on the gold standard, meaning it was backed by a fixed amount of gold.

27/07/1694: Bank of England Established

The Bank of England was founded and granted a royal charter, becoming the central bank of England.