01/10/2022: Transition to digital currency
Gibraltar announced the introduction of a digital currency pegged 1:1 to the Gibraltar pound, making it one of the first jurisdictions to do so.
15/08/2019: Commencement of polymer £50 issuance
Polymer £50 banknotes were introduced, replacing the older paper £50 notes.
26/06/2018: New £100 banknote issued
A new £100 banknote featuring the image of Sir Joshua Hassan, first Chief Minister of Gibraltar, was issued.
29/12/2014: Introduction of new Bahamian dollar variants
New variants of the Bahamian dollar banknotes, featuring improved security features, were introduced to combat counterfeit money.
06/11/1988: Introduction of polymer banknotes
Polymer banknotes were introduced in Gibraltar, enhancing durability and counterfeit resilience.
27/12/1974: Devaluation of the Bahamian dollar
The Bahamian dollar was devalued by 50% to stimulate the country's tourism industry and boost its economy.
10/07/1973: Independence from British rule
The Bahamas gained independence from British rule, maintaining the Bahamian dollar as its currency.
15/02/1971: Currency tied to British pound
The Gibraltar pound became pegged to the British pound at a rate of 1:1, ensuring stability and ease of trade.
09/09/1969: Currency Board Agreement
The Bahamas entered into a Currency Board Agreement with the Eastern Caribbean Currency Authority, establishing fixed exchange rates for their currencies.
23/06/1969: Currency switch to decimalization
Gibraltar switched from the pound shilling pence system to a decimalized currency, with 100 pence equal to 1 pound.
01/01/1966: Introduction of the Bahamian dollar
The Bahamian dollar was introduced, replacing the British pound as the official currency of the Bahamas.
07/03/1927: Introduction of Gibraltar pound
The Gibraltar pound was first introduced as the official currency of Gibraltar, replacing the Spanish peseta.
06/08/1866: Adoption of the British pound
The Bahamas officially adopted the British pound sterling as their currency, replacing the Bahamian pound.
06/06/1853: Introduction of the Bahamian pound
The Bahamian pound was introduced as the official currency of the Bahamas, replacing the Spanish dollar.