01/01/2017: Floating Exchange Rate Regime
Mongolia adopts a fully floating exchange rate regime for the Tugrik, allowing the currency's value to be determined by market forces without intervention from the central bank.
01/01/2010: Removal of 1 cent coin from circulation
Due to its low purchasing power and production costs, the 1 cent coin was withdrawn from circulation in the Cayman Islands.
26/06/2009: Currency Redenomination
Mongolia redenominates its currency, replacing the old Tugrik banknotes with new ones at a ratio of 1 to 1000, in an effort to simplify transactions and reduce inflation.
01/11/2007: Transition from Crown Dependencies to Overseas Countries and Territories
The Cayman Islands, including its currency, transitioned from being labeled as a Crown Dependency to an Overseas Country and Territory.
01/01/2001: Issuance of New Banknotes and Coins
New banknotes and coins with enhanced security features were introduced to combat counterfeiting.
01/01/1999: Introduction of Cayman Islands Currency Law
The Cayman Islands Currency Law was enacted to provide a legal framework for the issuance and regulation of the currency.
01/07/1997: Pegging of the Cayman Islands Dollar to the US Dollar
The Cayman Islands dollar was pegged to the US dollar at a fixed exchange rate of KYD 1.00 = USD 1.20.
06/03/1993: Mongolia Joins IMF
Mongolia becomes a member of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), influencing monetary policies and further shaping the development of the Tugrik currency.
01/07/1992: Tugrik Exchange Rate Liberalization
Mongolia liberalizes the exchange rate of the Tugrik, allowing it to fluctuate based on market forces and paving the way for a more flexible currency system.
21/12/1991: Transition to Market Economy
Mongolia undergoes a transition from a centrally planned economy to a market economy, leading to major changes in the Tugrik currency system.
07/11/1974: Creation of the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority was established as the central bank responsible for regulating the currency and financial institutions.
01/01/1972: Introduction of Cayman Islands Dollar
The Cayman Islands dollar was first introduced as the official currency, replacing the Jamaican dollar.
04/07/1946: Mongolian People's Bank Established
The Mongolian People's Bank is established as the central bank of Mongolia, responsible for issuing and managing the Tugrik currency.
01/12/1925: Introduction of the Tugrik Currency
Mongolia officially introduces the Tugrik as its national currency, replacing the previous currency system.