Historic Pound sterling Barbadian dollar

Pound sterling barbadian dollar history for January 2024. The highest quote for this month is 2.5509 (14/01/2024) and the lowest 2.5509 (14/01/2024). The difference between high and low is 0.

GBP BBD average rate for January 2024 is 2.51261, the change between 01/01/2024 and 31/01/2024 is +0.52 %.

01 January 20241 GBP = 2.518 BBD
02 January 20241 GBP = 2.520 BBD
03 January 20241 GBP = 2.492 BBD
04 January 20241 GBP = 2.499 BBD
05 January 20241 GBP = 2.503 BBD
07 January 20241 GBP = 2.544 BBD
08 January 20241 GBP = 2.503 BBD
09 January 20241 GBP = 2.514 BBD
10 January 20241 GBP = 2.508 BBD
11 January 20241 GBP = 2.515 BBD
12 January 20241 GBP = 2.522 BBD
14 January 20241 GBP = 2.551 BBD
15 January 20241 GBP = 2.510 BBD
16 January 20241 GBP = 2.507 BBD
17 January 20241 GBP = 2.497 BBD
18 January 20241 GBP = 2.501 BBD
19 January 20241 GBP = 2.508 BBD
21 January 20241 GBP = 2.541 BBD
22 January 20241 GBP = 2.504 BBD
23 January 20241 GBP = 2.507 BBD
24 January 20241 GBP = 2.503 BBD
25 January 20241 GBP = 2.509 BBD
26 January 20241 GBP = 2.509 BBD
28 January 20241 GBP = 2.539 BBD
29 January 20241 GBP = 2.508 BBD
30 January 20241 GBP = 2.507 BBD
31 January 20241 GBP = 2.505 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.