Historic Kyrgyzstani som Panamanian Balboa

01/01/2022: Transition to Central Bank of Russia Currency

Kyrgyzstan joined the Eurasian Economic Union and adopted the Russian ruble as its official currency, replacing the Kyrgyzstani Som.

13/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Effects

The COVID-19 pandemic caused economic disruptions and uncertainty, affecting the Kyrgyzstani Som's exchange rate.

20/05/2014: Kazakhstani Tenge Devaluation

Kazakhstan devalued its currency, the tenge, which had a significant impact on the Kyrgyzstani Som, leading to its depreciation.

01/01/2011: Replacement of Paper Banknotes with Polymer Banknotes

Panama replaced the paper banknotes with polymer banknotes to enhance durability and security of the Balboa currency.

07/04/2010: Protests and Political Unrest

Large-scale protests and political unrest erupted in Kyrgyzstan, causing instability and impacting the value of the Som.

01/12/2008: Global Financial Crisis Impact

The global financial crisis led to a sharp depreciation of the Kyrgyzstani Som, affecting the country's economy.

01/11/1995: Introduction of New Som

The Kyrgyzstani government introduced the new som, with 1 new som being equivalent to 200 old som.

10/05/1993: Introduction of the Kyrgyzstani Som

The Kyrgyzstani Som was introduced as the official currency of Kyrgyzstan, replacing the Soviet ruble.

31/03/1983: Currency Control Law Implemented

Panama implemented a currency control law to regulate the use and circulation of the Balboa and prevent counterfeiting.

15/10/1941: First Issue of Panamanian Balboa Banknotes

The first series of paper banknotes denominated in Balboa were issued by the Panamanian Currency Board.

01/10/1941: Introduction of the Balboa as Legal Tender

The Panamanian government introduced the Balboa as a legal tender, equivalent in value to the US dollar.

01/10/1908: Creation of Panamanian Currency Board

The Panamanian Currency Board was established to issue paper money and stabilize the monetary system.

01/01/1907: Use of US Dollar in Panama

The US dollar became the official currency of Panama due to the presence of American workers during the canal construction.

18/11/1904: Panama Canal Construction Begins

The construction of the Panama Canal started, which would later lead to the need for a national currency.