20/09/2015: Adoption of New Constitution
Nepal adopted a new constitution, resulting in political unrest and affecting the Nepalese Rupee's stability.
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Due to its low purchasing power and production costs, the 1 cent coin was withdrawn from circulation in the Cayman Islands.
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.
26/10/1999: Maoist Insurgency Begins
The start of the Maoist insurgency in Nepal led to political instability and economic challenges, impacting the value of the Nepalese Rupee.
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.
08/04/1993: Nepalese Rupee's Peg to Indian Rupee
The Nepalese Rupee was pegged to the Indian Rupee at a fixed exchange rate.
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.
30/12/1972: Reintroduction of Nepalese Rupee
Nepal reintroduced the Nepalese Rupee as the official currency, separating it from the Indian Rupee.
01/01/1972: Introduction of Cayman Islands Dollar
The Cayman Islands dollar was first introduced as the official currency, replacing the Jamaican dollar.
12/03/1960: Replacement of Nepalese Rupee
The Nepalese Rupee was replaced by the Indian Rupee as the legal tender in Nepal.
15/12/1959: Nepal Rastra Bank Established
Nepal Rastra Bank, the central bank of Nepal, was established to oversee the monetary system and issue the Nepalese Rupee.
07/04/1932: Introduction of Nepalese Rupee
The Nepalese Rupee was officially introduced as the currency of Nepal, replacing the silver mohar.