11/01/2021: New polymer banknotes
Polymer banknotes are introduced in The Gambia for the first time, replacing the previous paper banknotes to enhance durability and security.
23/02/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic's Impact on the Iranian Rial
The COVID-19 pandemic, along with economic challenges, caused further depreciation of the Iranian Rial (IRR) against major currencies.
06/08/2019: New family of banknotes
The Central Bank of The Gambia introduces a new family of Gambian dalasi banknotes with improved security features.
10/04/2018: Revaluation of the Iranian Rial
Iran's government announced a new currency exchange rate, devaluing the Iranian Rial (IRR) against foreign currencies.
24/09/2012: Imposition of International Sanctions on Iran
International sanctions were imposed on Iran, leading to a significant decline in the value of the Iranian Rial (IRR).
16/06/1997: Introduction of the 25 dalasis note
A new 25-dalasis banknote is introduced, featuring the portrait of President Jammeh, to commemorate 25 years of his rule.
22/07/1996: Change of banknotes and coins
New banknotes and coins featuring the portrait of President Jammeh are introduced, replacing the previous designs.
24/05/1989: Introduction of the Two-Tier Exchange Rate System
Iran implemented a two-tier exchange rate system, with different rates for essential goods and non-essential imports.
02/07/1987: Currency redenomination
The Gambian dalasi undergoes a redenomination, with 1 old dalasi being replaced by 10 new dalasis.
01/07/1977: Conversion to decimal currency
The Gambian dalasi is decimalized, with 1 dalasi being divided into 100 bututs.
26/10/1975: Floating of the Iranian Rial
The Iranian Rial (IRR) was allowed to float against foreign currencies, marking the end of the fixed exchange rate system.
27/07/1971: Introduction of the Gambian dalasi
The Gambian dalasi currency is introduced to replace the Gambian pound as the official currency of The Gambia.
01/09/1957: Decimalization of the Iranian Rial
The Iranian Rial (IRR) was decimalized, dividing one Toman into 10 Rials to simplify the currency system.
01/04/1932: Introduction of the Iranian Rial
The Iranian Rial (IRR) was introduced as the official currency of Iran after replacing the Qiran.