Historic Guyanese dollar Comorian Franc

18/01/2021: Suspension of Eco adoption

The Central Bank of the Comoros suspended the adoption of the Eco currency, retaining the Comorian Franc as the official currency.

01/01/2020: Transition to Polymer Banknotes

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

01/01/2019: Replacement of the Franc by the Eco

Comoros agreed to replace the Comorian Franc with the proposed Eco currency, along with other West African countries.

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.

01/07/1997: Revaluation of the Comorian Franc

The Comorian Franc was revalued at a ratio of 1 new Franc to 75 old Francs, reducing the value of the currency.

20/06/1994: Introduction of the New Comorian Franc

Comoros introduced a new series of banknotes and coins, replacing the old Comorian Franc.

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.

01/01/1976: Establishment of the Central Bank of Comoros

The Central Bank of Comoros was established to manage the monetary policies and issue the Comorian Franc.

06/07/1975: Independence of Comoros

Comoros gained independence from France, but continued using the Comorian Franc as its currency.

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.

01/01/1920: Introduction of the Comorian Franc

The Comorian Franc was introduced as the official currency of Comoros by the French colonial administration.

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.