Historic Ethiopian birr Albanian lek

Ethiopian birr albanian lek history since 05/11/2024 until today (0 years). Search for ETB to ALL exchange rate history for a particular date, month or year.

is the currency (supplied by National Bank of Ethiopia and the Albanian lek the currency of Albania supplied by Bank of Albania. The ETB ALL historical data can be seen on the Ethiopian birr albanian lek historical chart.

31/12/2011: Replacement of 1 Lek coin

The 1 lek coin was demonetized and replaced by a banknote. The decision was made due to the high cost of producing the coin.

10/09/2008: Introduction of Birr Denominations

Ethiopia introduced new banknotes of different denominations in an effort to combat counterfeiting and improve security features.

08/02/2000: Introduction of new banknotes and coins

A new series of banknotes and coins were introduced, featuring enhanced security features and updated designs.

02/03/1997: Collapse of pyramid schemes

The collapse of pyramid schemes in Albania caused a severe economic crisis, resulting in hyperinflation and a significant devaluation of the lek.

26/06/1992: Transition to a market economy

Albania transitioned to a market economy, leading to a significant depreciation of the lek. The exchange rate changed to 1 lek = 9.3 old lek.

27/05/1991: Introduction of Birr Coins

Ethiopia introduced coins for the birr denominations, replacing the previous notes.

17/09/1976: Introduction of New Birr

A new birr was introduced, replacing the previous Ethiopian birr and being equal to 100 old birr.

01/10/1965: Introduction of the new lek

A new series of banknotes and coins were introduced, marking the transition to the new lek. The exchange rate was set at 1 new lek = 10 old lek.

22/12/1947: Albania becomes a communist state

Following the establishment of a communist regime in Albania, the currency underwent a major devaluation, with the exchange rate changing to 1 lek = 12.5 old lek.

08/07/1945: Decree to Change Birr Decimalization

Ethiopia changed the birr decimalization from talari and ghersh to dollars and cents.

31/12/1931: Introduction of Ethiopian birr

The Ethiopian birr was introduced as the official currency, replacing the Maria Theresa Thaler.

05/07/1931: Ethiopian Monetary Authority Established

The Ethiopian Monetary Authority was established to regulate the country's monetary system and issue currency.

01/09/1926: Introduction of the Albanian lek

The lek was introduced as the official currency of Albania, replacing the previous currency, the Turkish lira. The exchange rate was set at 1 lek = 35 Turkish lira.

14/02/1894: Introduction of Maria Theresa Thaler

Ethiopia adopted the Maria Theresa Thaler as the official currency, which remained in circulation until 1935.