Historic Ethiopian birr Turkish Lira

04/11/2021: Resignation of Central Bank Governor and Lira Volatility

Following the resignation of the Turkish Central Bank governor, the lira experiences significant volatility in the foreign exchange market.

10/08/2018: Currency Crisis and Lira Depreciation

The Turkish lira suffers a severe depreciation due to escalating tensions with the United States and concerns over the Turkish economy.

15/07/2016: Failed Coup Attempt and Lira Plunge

After a failed coup attempt, the value of the Turkish lira plunges as political instability increases.

10/09/2008: Introduction of Birr Denominations

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

30/04/2008: Global Financial Crisis and Turkish Lira

The Turkish lira experiences a significant depreciation as a result of the global financial crisis.

01/01/2005: Introduction of New Turkish Lira (TRY)

Turkey introduces a new version of the Turkish lira, denoted as TRY, with a new currency symbol.

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.

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.

29/10/1930: Adoption of the New Turkish Lira

The Turkish government introduces the New Turkish Lira (Yeni Türk Lirası) to replace the old currency.

29/10/1923: Founding of the Republic of Turkey

The Turkish lira is officially established as the currency of the newly founded Turkish Republic.

14/02/1894: Introduction of Maria Theresa Thaler

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