Historic Guyanese dollar Barbadian dollar

Guyanese dollar barbadian dollar history for August 2023. The highest quote for this month is 0.009866 (28/08/2023) and the lowest 0.009867 (25/08/2023). The difference between high and low is -0.01.

GYD BBD average rate for August 2023 is 0.00984, the change between 01/08/2023 and 31/08/2023 is +0.04 %.

01 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
02 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
03 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
04 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
07 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
08 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
09 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
10 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
11 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
12 August 20231 GYD = 0.0096 BBD
14 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
15 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
16 August 20231 GYD = 0.0098 BBD
17 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
18 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
20 August 20231 GYD = 0.0096 BBD
21 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
22 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
23 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
24 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
25 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
28 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
29 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
30 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD
31 August 20231 GYD = 0.0099 BBD

26/06/2020: Currency peg under review

Barbados announced that it would review the decades-long currency peg of 2:1 with the US dollar, considering a shift to a floating exchange rate.

01/01/2020: Transition to Polymer Banknotes

Polymer banknotes were introduced in Guyana, enhancing the durability and security features of the Guyanese dollar.

05/08/2013: Devaluation of currency

Barbados devalued its currency by 10% to stimulate economic growth and competitiveness.

03/02/2003: Redenomination of the Currency

The Guyanese dollar underwent a redenomination, with old banknotes replaced by new notes at a rate of 1,000 old dollars to 1 new dollar.

24/07/1995: New currency design

Barbados introduced a new design for its currency, featuring national symbols and landmarks.

05/10/1992: Resumption of Banking System

The resumption of the banking system in Guyana significantly improved the stability and accessibility of the Guyanese dollar.

05/05/1975: Introduction of decimalization

Barbados introduced decimalization, dividing the Barbadian Dollar into 100 cents.

01/01/1973: Fixed exchange rate

Barbados fixed its currency exchange rate to the US dollar at a rate of 2 Barbadian Dollars to 1 US Dollar.

03/07/1972: Barbados gains independence

Barbados gained independence from British rule, leading to the establishment of the Central Bank of Barbados.

26/05/1966: Independence of Guyana

Following Guyana's independence from Britain, the currency was renamed from British Guiana dollar to Guyanese dollar.

12/09/1951: Currency Board Established

A Currency Board was established to manage the British Guiana dollar, ensuring its stability and convertibility.

01/10/1935: Introduction of Barbadian Dollar

The Barbadian Dollar was introduced as the official currency of Barbados, replacing the East Caribbean dollar.

06/08/1917: Currency Act of 1917

The British Guiana dollar was revalued at a rate of 4.80 dollars to 1 U.S. dollar, following the Currency Act of 1917.

18/01/1839: Introduction of the British Guiana dollar

British Guiana dollar introduced as the official currency of British Guiana, replacing the Spanish and Portuguese coins previously in circulation.