Historic Pound sterling Barbadian dollar

Pound sterling barbadian dollar history for February 2024. The highest quote for this month is 2.5345 (25/02/2024) and the lowest 2.5345 (25/02/2024). The difference between high and low is 0.

GBP BBD average rate for February 2024 is 2.49701, the change between 01/02/2024 and 29/02/2024 is +0.15 %.

01 February 20241 GBP = 2.497 BBD
02 February 20241 GBP = 2.514 BBD
05 February 20241 GBP = 2.513 BBD
06 February 20241 GBP = 2.475 BBD
07 February 20241 GBP = 2.488 BBD
08 February 20241 GBP = 2.491 BBD
09 February 20241 GBP = 2.491 BBD
11 February 20241 GBP = 2.526 BBD
12 February 20241 GBP = 2.491 BBD
13 February 20241 GBP = 2.491 BBD
14 February 20241 GBP = 2.484 BBD
15 February 20241 GBP = 2.479 BBD
16 February 20241 GBP = 2.484 BBD
18 February 20241 GBP = 2.520 BBD
19 February 20241 GBP = 2.488 BBD
20 February 20241 GBP = 2.483 BBD
21 February 20241 GBP = 2.491 BBD
22 February 20241 GBP = 2.493 BBD
23 February 20241 GBP = 2.500 BBD
25 February 20241 GBP = 2.535 BBD
26 February 20241 GBP = 2.498 BBD
27 February 20241 GBP = 2.502 BBD
28 February 20241 GBP = 2.501 BBD
29 February 20241 GBP = 2.493 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.