01/04/2019: Romania plans to adopt the euro
The Romanian government announces its intention to join the Eurozone and set a target date for adopting the euro as the national currency.
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Due to its low purchasing power and production costs, the 1 cent coin was withdrawn from circulation in the Cayman Islands.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.
01/06/2005: Currency redenomination
Romania underwent a currency redenomination, with 10,000 old lei being exchanged for 1 new leu, to simplify transactions and eliminate zeros.
01/07/2003: Romania joins EU Accession
As part of joining the European Union, Romania pledges to adopt the euro in the future, aiming for greater economic integration.
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.
28/02/1991: End of communist era
As communism collapsed, Romania undergoes economic reforms and introduces a free-floating exchange rate system for the leu.
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.
30/12/1947: Communist regime introduces new leu
In an attempt to devalue the currency and control the economy, the Communist regime introduces a new leu at a ratio of 1:20,000.
01/03/1901: Introduction of the gold standard
Romanian leu was tied to the gold standard, ensuring the stability of the currency and attracting foreign investments.
01/04/1867: Creation of the Romanian leu
The leu was established as the official currency of Romania, replacing the previous currencies in circulation.