17/03/2020: COVID-19 Impact on the Dinar
The COVID-19 pandemic and its economic consequences significantly impacted the value and stability of the Jordanian dinar.
11/02/2020: Currency Devaluation
The Yemeni Rial witnessed another devaluation as the Central Bank of Yemen devalued the currency by 25% to ease foreign currency shortages and stabilize the economy.
10/11/2019: Announcement of Digitizing the Dinar
The Central Bank of Jordan announced its plan to digitize the Jordanian dinar to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
13/10/2016: Central Bank Relocation
The internationally recognized government of Yemen relocated the Central Bank from Sana'a to Aden, causing further fragmentation in the value and availability of the Yemeni Rial.
16/09/2015: Houthi Takeover and Currency Instability
Following the Houthi rebel's takeover of the capital Sana'a, the Yemeni Rial faced further instability, resulting in hyperinflation and a depreciation of its value.
15/12/2013: Launch of the New 50 Dinar Note
A new 50 dinar banknote featuring King Abdullah II was released, replacing the old design.
27/09/2009: Government Decision
The Yemeni government announced a 9.3% devaluation of the rial as a measure to cope with the economic crisis and declining oil revenues.
01/01/2001: Introduction of New Dinar Notes
New banknotes of the Jordanian dinar were introduced with enhanced security features.
04/05/1994: Civil War and Currency Devaluation
During the Yemeni Civil War, the Yemeni Rial experienced a significant devaluation, with the exchange rate reaching around 200 rials for 1 US dollar.
22/05/1990: Yemeni Unification
The Yemeni Rial became the official currency of the newly unified country of Yemen after the merger of the Yemen Arab Republic (North Yemen) and People's Democratic Republic of Yemen (South Yemen).
01/07/1989: Devaluation of the Dinar
The Jordanian dinar was devalued by 50% to stimulate exports and economic growth.
01/03/1965: Replacement of Filas
The filas, a fractional unit of the dinar, were replaced by smaller denomination coins.
01/04/1950: Introduction of the Jordanian Dinar
The Jordanian dinar was introduced as the official currency of Jordan, replacing the Palestine pound.
26/08/1948: Currency Introduction
The Yemeni Rial (YER) was first introduced as the official currency of North Yemen, replacing the Yemeni Riyal at a rate of 1 rial = 1,000 Riyals.