23/02/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic's Impact on the Iranian Rial
The COVID-19 pandemic, along with economic challenges, caused further depreciation of the Iranian Rial (IRR) against major currencies.
19/05/2019: Launch of New Bahraini Dinar Series
A new series of Bahraini dinar banknotes was launched, featuring enhanced security features, updated designs, and braille markings for the visually impaired.
10/04/2018: Revaluation of the Iranian Rial
Iran's government announced a new currency exchange rate, devaluing the Iranian Rial (IRR) against foreign currencies.
06/02/2014: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes
Bahrain introduced polymer banknotes for the first time, enhancing durability and security of the currency.
24/09/2012: Imposition of International Sanctions on Iran
International sanctions were imposed on Iran, leading to a significant decline in the value of the Iranian Rial (IRR).
30/09/2006: Bahraini Dinar Convertibility
Bahrain lifted the restrictions on the convertibility of the Bahraini dinar, allowing it to be freely traded and exchanged internationally.
20/08/2001: Bahraini Dinar Second Edition
A new series of Bahraini dinar banknotes was introduced, featuring enhanced security features and updated designs.
24/06/1994: Establishment of the Bahrain Monetary Agency
The Bahrain Monetary Agency (now known as the Central Bank of Bahrain) was established to regulate and oversee the Bahraini dinar.
24/05/1989: Introduction of the Two-Tier Exchange Rate System
Iran implemented a two-tier exchange rate system, with different rates for essential goods and non-essential imports.
26/10/1975: Floating of the Iranian Rial
The Iranian Rial (IRR) was allowed to float against foreign currencies, marking the end of the fixed exchange rate system.
31/12/1972: Bahrain Dinar Pegged to US Dollar
The Bahraini Dinar was pegged to the US Dollar at a fixed exchange rate of 1 dinar = $2.80, which continues to this day.
15/10/1965: Introduction of the Bahraini Dinar
The Bahraini Dinar was introduced as the official currency of Bahrain, replacing the Gulf rupee at a rate of 1 dinar = 10 rupees.
01/09/1957: Decimalization of the Iranian Rial
The Iranian Rial (IRR) was decimalized, dividing one Toman into 10 Rials to simplify the currency system.
01/04/1932: Introduction of the Iranian Rial
The Iranian Rial (IRR) was introduced as the official currency of Iran after replacing the Qiran.