Historic Guyanese dollar Jamaican Dollar

Guyanese dollar jamaican dollar history for January 2024. The highest quote for this month is 0.77045 (29/01/2024) and the lowest 0.77048 (26/01/2024). The difference between high and low is 0.

GYD JMD average rate for January 2024 is 0.76235, the change between 01/01/2024 and 31/01/2024 is -0.61 %.

01 January 20241 GYD = 0.7630 JMD
02 January 20241 GYD = 0.7630 JMD
03 January 20241 GYD = 0.7628 JMD
04 January 20241 GYD = 0.7625 JMD
05 January 20241 GYD = 0.7633 JMD
06 January 20241 GYD = 0.7390 JMD
07 January 20241 GYD = 0.7390 JMD
08 January 20241 GYD = 0.7642 JMD
09 January 20241 GYD = 0.7635 JMD
10 January 20241 GYD = 0.7637 JMD
11 January 20241 GYD = 0.7650 JMD
12 January 20241 GYD = 0.7662 JMD
14 January 20241 GYD = 0.7427 JMD
15 January 20241 GYD = 0.7676 JMD
16 January 20241 GYD = 0.7683 JMD
17 January 20241 GYD = 0.7686 JMD
18 January 20241 GYD = 0.7662 JMD
19 January 20241 GYD = 0.7668 JMD
22 January 20241 GYD = 0.7685 JMD
23 January 20241 GYD = 0.7667 JMD
24 January 20241 GYD = 0.7683 JMD
25 January 20241 GYD = 0.7694 JMD
26 January 20241 GYD = 0.7695 JMD
28 January 20241 GYD = 0.7393 JMD
29 January 20241 GYD = 0.7705 JMD
30 January 20241 GYD = 0.7687 JMD
31 January 20241 GYD = 0.7677 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.