14/09/2020: Centenary of the Quetzal
The Guatemalan Quetzal celebrated its centenary, marking 100 years as the national currency of Guatemala.
04/06/2018: Introduction of New Banknotes
Moldova introduced a new series of banknotes with enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting.
01/07/2015: Currency Pegged to Euro
Moldova pegged its currency, the Leu, to the Euro at a fixed exchange rate to stabilize the economy and attract foreign investment.
30/05/2011: New banknotes
New banknotes were introduced to incorporate modern security features and commemorate the 20th anniversary of Quetzal's reintroduction.
10/05/2010: Euro as Legal Tender
Moldova adopted the Euro as its official currency, though it is not a member of the Eurozone.
29/04/2009: Revaluation
Moldova carried out a currency revaluation, changing the exchange rate from 10,000 old Lei to 1 new Leu.
29/10/1999: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes
Polymer banknotes were introduced in Moldova, increasing security and durability of the currency.
29/05/1994: Redenomination
Moldova underwent a redenomination process, where 1000 old Lei were exchanged for 1 new Leu to combat hyperinflation.
26/11/1992: Declaration of Independence
The Moldovan Leu was introduced as the official currency of Moldova after the country declared independence from the Soviet Union.
09/02/1987: Quetzal devaluation
The Quetzal was devalued by 66% as part of an economic stabilization plan.
13/09/1967: Decree Law 17-67
Decree Law 17-67 was enacted, establishing a fixed exchange rate between the Quetzal and the US dollar.
08/04/1951: Monetary Reform
Guatemala underwent a monetary reform, with the introduction of the Quetzal as the sole currency.
25/06/1946: The Quetzalé bill
The Quetzalé bill, equivalent to 1,000 Quetzales, was introduced to combat hyperinflation.
22/06/1925: Introduction of the Quetzal
The Guatemalan Quetzal was introduced as the official currency, replacing the Guatemalan peso.