Historic Gibraltar pound Trinidad & Tobago Dollar

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.

26/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic caused economic disruptions, leading to a decline in tourism and affecting the exchange rate of the TTD.

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.

19/09/2008: Global Financial Crisis

The global financial crisis had a significant impact on the value of the Trinidad & Tobago Dollar and the country's economy.

17/05/1993: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes

Trinidad & Tobago introduced polymer banknotes to replace the traditional paper currency, enhancing security and durability.

27/07/1990: Attempted Coup d'État

An attempted coup d'état took place in Trinidad & Tobago, causing economic instability and impacting the value of the TTD.

06/11/1988: Introduction of polymer banknotes

Polymer banknotes were introduced in Gibraltar, enhancing durability and counterfeit resilience.

31/12/1983: Floatation of the Trinidad & Tobago Dollar

Trinidad & Tobago abandoned the fixed exchange rate system, allowing the TTD to float freely against other currencies.

07/06/1976: Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago Established

The Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago was established, becoming the country's central monetary authority.

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.

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.

01/01/1964: Introduction of the Trinidad & Tobago Dollar

The Trinidad & Tobago Dollar was introduced as the official currency, replacing the British West Indies Dollar.

07/03/1927: Introduction of Gibraltar pound

The Gibraltar pound was first introduced as the official currency of Gibraltar, replacing the Spanish peseta.