Historic Guyanese dollar Jamaican Dollar

Guyanese dollar jamaican dollar history for December 2023. The highest quote for this month is 0.77024 (07/12/2023) and the lowest 0.77058 (08/12/2023). The difference between high and low is -0.04.

GYD JMD average rate for December 2023 is 0.76083, the change between 01/12/2023 and 31/12/2023 is +0.73 %.

01 December 20231 GYD = 0.7691 JMD
02 December 20231 GYD = 0.7410 JMD
03 December 20231 GYD = 0.7410 JMD
04 December 20231 GYD = 0.7644 JMD
05 December 20231 GYD = 0.7668 JMD
06 December 20231 GYD = 0.7672 JMD
07 December 20231 GYD = 0.7689 JMD
08 December 20231 GYD = 0.7706 JMD
10 December 20231 GYD = 0.7414 JMD
11 December 20231 GYD = 0.7694 JMD
12 December 20231 GYD = 0.7691 JMD
13 December 20231 GYD = 0.7685 JMD
14 December 20231 GYD = 0.7703 JMD
15 December 20231 GYD = 0.7686 JMD
16 December 20231 GYD = 0.7430 JMD
17 December 20231 GYD = 0.7430 JMD
18 December 20231 GYD = 0.7688 JMD
19 December 20231 GYD = 0.7683 JMD
20 December 20231 GYD = 0.7664 JMD
21 December 20231 GYD = 0.7662 JMD
22 December 20231 GYD = 0.7683 JMD
23 December 20231 GYD = 0.7377 JMD
24 December 20231 GYD = 0.7377 JMD
25 December 20231 GYD = 0.7663 JMD
26 December 20231 GYD = 0.7663 JMD
27 December 20231 GYD = 0.7663 JMD
28 December 20231 GYD = 0.7656 JMD
29 December 20231 GYD = 0.7635 JMD

01/01/2020: Transition to Polymer Banknotes

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

16/03/2015: Bank of Jamaica Act

The Bank of Jamaica Act was passed, granting the central bank greater autonomy in executing monetary policy and promoting financial stability.

12/02/2013: Currency devaluation

To stabilize the economy, the Jamaican Dollar was devalued by approximately 16.5% against major currencies.

28/11/2010: IMF agreement

Jamaica reached an agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a financial support program to address economic challenges.

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.

30/04/1994: Foreign exchange liberalization

Jamaica lifted restrictions on foreign exchange, allowing for more flexible trade and investment opportunities.

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.

25/03/1991: JMD devaluation

Due to economic pressures, the Jamaican Dollar was devalued by 33.3%, leading to an increase in the exchange rate.

05/08/1971: Currency decimalization

Jamaica decimalized its currency, dividing the Jamaican Dollar into 100 cents instead of 20 shillings.

07/02/1969: Jamaican Dollar introduced

The Jamaican Dollar (JMD) was introduced as the official currency of Jamaica, replacing the Jamaican pound.

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.

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.