07/10/2019: Modernization of Banknotes
The Honduran Central Bank launched new banknotes with enhanced security features and improved designs to deter counterfeiting.
01/01/2019: Redenomination of the Surinamese dollar
The Surinamese dollar underwent a redenomination with 1 new dollar (SRD) being equal to 1,000 old dollars (SRG).
01/01/2011: Introduction of new banknotes
New banknotes with updated designs and security features were introduced to replace the older series of Surinamese dollar banknotes.
27/01/2009: Currency Crisis
Honduras faced a severe currency crisis due to political instability, causing a decline in the value of the Lempira.
01/01/2004: Replacement of banknotes
New banknotes were introduced with enhanced security features to replace the older series of Surinamese dollar banknotes.
15/06/1997: Monetary Integration
Honduras became a member of the Central American Monetary Integration System, aiming to promote economic stability and regional cooperation.
23/12/1991: Devaluation of the Surinamese dollar
The Surinamese dollar was devalued by 100%, resulting in an exchange rate of 1 dollar to 200 guilders.
01/10/1985: Introduction of the Surinamese dollar
The Surinamese dollar was introduced as the new currency of Suriname at a rate of 1 dollar to 1,000 guilders.
15/03/1967: Introduction of the New Lempira
A new design and denomination of the Lempira banknotes were introduced in order to combat counterfeiting.
01/01/1962: Introduction of the Surinamese guilder
The Surinamese guilder was introduced as the official currency of Suriname, replacing the Dutch guilder.
31/12/1954: Independence of Suriname
Suriname gained independence from the Kingdom of the Netherlands, leading to the introduction of the Surinamese guilder as its official currency.
03/09/1950: Devaluation of the Lempira
The Lempira experienced a significant devaluation, causing economic instability and inflation in Honduras.
11/10/1940: Monetary Reforms
Honduran government implemented monetary reforms to stabilize the Lempira and improve its value.
07/03/1931: Creation of the Lempira
The Honduran currency, the Lempira, was introduced to replace the Honduran peso as the official currency.