Historic Comorian Franc Falkland Islands pound

18/01/2021: Suspension of Eco adoption

The Central Bank of the Comoros suspended the adoption of the Eco currency, retaining the Comorian Franc as the official currency.

01/01/2019: Replacement of the Franc by the Eco

Comoros agreed to replace the Comorian Franc with the proposed Eco currency, along with other West African countries.

18/07/2016: New Polymer Banknotes Issued

The Falkland Islands government introduces new polymer banknotes to replace the older paper versions, enhancing the durability and security of their currency.

01/07/1997: Revaluation of the Comorian Franc

The Comorian Franc was revalued at a ratio of 1 new Franc to 75 old Francs, reducing the value of the currency.

20/06/1994: Introduction of the New Comorian Franc

Comoros introduced a new series of banknotes and coins, replacing the old Comorian Franc.

14/06/1983: Pegging to the Pound Sterling

The Falkland Islands pound (FKP) is officially pegged to the British pound sterling (GBP) at a 1:1 ratio, ensuring a stable exchange rate.

01/01/1976: Establishment of the Central Bank of Comoros

The Central Bank of Comoros was established to manage the monetary policies and issue the Comorian Franc.

06/07/1975: Independence of Comoros

Comoros gained independence from France, but continued using the Comorian Franc as its currency.

14/05/1971: New Decimalized Currency Introduced

The Falkland Islands pound (FKP) is decimalized, with the introduction of a new currency system based on the decimal system.

01/01/1920: Introduction of the Comorian Franc

The Comorian Franc was introduced as the official currency of Comoros by the French colonial administration.

28/04/1899: Currency Board Established

The Falkland Islands Currency Board is established, introducing the first Falkland Islands pound (FKP) as the official currency.

02/01/1833: Argentina Removed from Islands

British forces remove Argentine authorities from the Falkland Islands, solidifying British control over the territory.

03/01/1829: First British Colony Declared

British Captain Onslow declares the Falkland Islands a British colony, leading to the establishment of a formal British presence in the region.

02/01/1764: First British Settlement

British Captain Byron claims the Falkland Islands for Britain, establishing the first permanent British settlement in the region.