Historic Kenyan shilling Netherlands Antillean guilder

01/10/2019: New Generation Banknotes

Kenya introduced a new series of banknotes with enhanced security features and design elements to fight illicit financial activities.

01/09/2011: Replacement by the Caribbean guilder

The Netherlands Antillean guilder was replaced by the Caribbean guilder as the official currency of Curacao and Sint Maarten.

10/10/2010: Dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles

The Netherlands Antilles were dissolved, resulting in the establishment of separate countries within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, including Curacao and Sint Maarten.

01/07/2010: Introduction of New Currency Denominations

Kenya introduced new currency denominations, including the 1000 shilling note, to combat money laundering and illegal financial activities.

01/01/2001: Introduction of the euro in the Netherlands

The euro was introduced as the official currency in the Netherlands, leading to increased integration with the European Union.

14/09/1994: Transition to New Currency

Kenya introduced a new design of banknotes and coins to counter counterfeiting and promote national identity.

01/12/1986: Pegged to the US dollar

The Netherlands Antillean guilder was pegged to the US dollar at a fixed exchange rate of 1.79 ANG to 1 USD.

01/07/1985: Second Devaluation of the Shilling

The Kenyan shilling was further devalued by 30% as part of economic reforms and structural adjustments.

14/09/1980: Devaluation of the Shilling

The Kenyan shilling was devalued by 30% as part of an austerity measure to address the country's economic challenges.

14/06/1969: Decimalization of the Shilling

Kenya decimalized its currency, dividing the shilling into 100 cents for easier transactions and financial calculations.

14/06/1966: Introduction of the Kenyan Shilling

The Kenyan shilling was introduced as the official currency of Kenya replacing the East African shilling as a result of Kenya's independence from British colonial rule.

01/11/1952: Introduction of the Netherlands Antillean guilder

The Netherlands Antillean guilder was introduced as the currency of the Netherlands Antilles, replacing the Caribbean guilder.

25/11/1942: Curacao introduced the guilder

The guilder was introduced as the official currency of Curacao, replacing the Netherlands Antillean florin.

10/05/1940: German Occupation

During World War II, the Netherlands Antilles came under German occupation, resulting in restrictions and controls on currency usage.