Historic Cape Verdean escudo Guyanese dollar

Cape Verdean escudo guyanese dollar history for February 2024. The highest quote for this month is 2.043 (24/02/2024) and the lowest 2.043 (24/02/2024). The difference between high and low is 0.

CVE GYD average rate for February 2024 is 1.97592, the change between 01/02/2024 and 29/02/2024 is +0.27 %.

01 February 20241 CVE = 1.967 GYD
02 February 20241 CVE = 1.968 GYD
03 February 20241 CVE = 2.037 GYD
04 February 20241 CVE = 2.037 GYD
05 February 20241 CVE = 1.974 GYD
06 February 20241 CVE = 1.950 GYD
07 February 20241 CVE = 1.950 GYD
08 February 20241 CVE = 1.954 GYD
09 February 20241 CVE = 1.954 GYD
12 February 20241 CVE = 1.955 GYD
13 February 20241 CVE = 1.954 GYD
14 February 20241 CVE = 1.943 GYD
15 February 20241 CVE = 1.947 GYD
16 February 20241 CVE = 1.951 GYD
17 February 20241 CVE = 2.031 GYD
18 February 20241 CVE = 2.031 GYD
19 February 20241 CVE = 1.954 GYD
20 February 20241 CVE = 1.956 GYD
21 February 20241 CVE = 1.960 GYD
22 February 20241 CVE = 1.964 GYD
23 February 20241 CVE = 1.967 GYD
24 February 20241 CVE = 2.043 GYD
25 February 20241 CVE = 2.043 GYD
26 February 20241 CVE = 1.964 GYD
27 February 20241 CVE = 1.967 GYD
28 February 20241 CVE = 1.967 GYD
29 February 20241 CVE = 1.962 GYD

04/05/2020: COVID-19 impact on currency

The outbreak of COVID-19 and its economic consequences led to a depreciation of the Cape Verdean escudo against major international currencies due to reduced tourism and economic activity.

01/01/2020: Transition to Polymer Banknotes

Polymer banknotes were introduced in Guyana, enhancing the durability and security features of the Guyanese dollar.

30/09/2017: New escudo banknotes issued

Cape Verde introduced a new series of banknotes for the escudo, featuring enhanced security features, updated designs, and improved durability.

31/12/2014: End of the peg to the euro

Cape Verde decided to abandon the peg to the euro, shifting to a managed float exchange rate system to allow the currency to fluctuate based on market forces.

01/01/2005: Decimalization of the escudo

The Cape Verdean escudo underwent a decimalization process, with the subdivision of 1 escudo into 100 centavos.

03/02/2003: Redenomination of the Currency

The Guyanese dollar underwent a redenomination, with old banknotes replaced by new notes at a rate of 1,000 old dollars to 1 new dollar.

01/01/1998: Currency pegged to the euro

The Cape Verdean escudo was pegged to the euro at a fixed exchange rate of 1 euro = 110.265 CVE, ensuring stability and facilitating trade.

05/10/1992: Resumption of Banking System

The resumption of the banking system in Guyana significantly improved the stability and accessibility of the Guyanese dollar.

17/11/1977: Introduction of the new escudo

A new version of the Cape Verdean escudo was introduced, replacing the previous version with a new design and updated security features.

05/07/1975: Independence of Cape Verde

The Cape Verdean escudo (CVE) was officially adopted as the currency of Cape Verde upon gaining independence from Portugal.

26/05/1966: Independence of Guyana

Following Guyana's independence from Britain, the currency was renamed from British Guiana dollar to Guyanese dollar.

12/09/1951: Currency Board Established

A Currency Board was established to manage the British Guiana dollar, ensuring its stability and convertibility.

06/08/1917: Currency Act of 1917

The British Guiana dollar was revalued at a rate of 4.80 dollars to 1 U.S. dollar, following the Currency Act of 1917.

18/01/1839: Introduction of the British Guiana dollar

British Guiana dollar introduced as the official currency of British Guiana, replacing the Spanish and Portuguese coins previously in circulation.