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.
30/06/2015: Demonetization of old Guinean franc banknotes
The old series of Guinean franc banknotes, denominated in 'Syli,' ceased to be legal tender, and only the new franc banknotes remained in circulation.
26/09/2012: Introduction of new Guinean franc coins
New coins denominated in the Guinean franc were introduced, replacing the previously used Guinean syli coins.
30/06/2010: Revaluation of the Guinean franc
The Guinean franc underwent a revaluation, with 1 new franc being equivalent to 10,000 old francs.
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.
30/06/1997: Introduction of new Guinean franc
A new series of Guinean franc banknotes, denominated in 'Syli,' was introduced as a replacement for the previous currency.
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.
30/11/1985: Devaluation of the Guinean franc
The Guinean franc was devalued by 50%, leading to an economic crisis and high inflation.
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.
31/05/1971: Redenomination of the Guinean franc
The Guinean franc underwent a redenomination, with 1 new franc being equivalent to 10 old francs.
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.
01/10/1959: Introduction of Guinean franc
The Guinean franc was introduced as the official currency of Guinea following its independence from France.