29/06/2020: Introduction of New Banknotes
Liberia introduces new banknotes with enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting and improve confidence in the currency.
07/10/2019: Modernization of Banknotes
The Honduran Central Bank launched new banknotes with enhanced security features and improved designs to deter counterfeiting.
27/01/2009: Currency Crisis
Honduras faced a severe currency crisis due to political instability, causing a decline in the value of the Lempira.
14/10/2000: ECOWAS Intervention
ECOWAS forces intervene in Liberia, leading to improved stability and gradual recovery of the Liberian dollar.
19/07/1997: Liberian Dollar Depreciation
The Liberian dollar experiences a significant depreciation due to economic mismanagement and the aftermath of the civil war.
15/06/1997: Monetary Integration
Honduras became a member of the Central American Monetary Integration System, aiming to promote economic stability and regional cooperation.
26/01/1982: Liberian Civil War Begins
The Liberian civil war begins, leading to significant economic instability and devaluation of the Liberian dollar.
15/03/1967: Introduction of the New Lempira
A new design and denomination of the Lempira banknotes were introduced in order to combat counterfeiting.
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.
23/03/1907: Liberian Dollar Pegged to US Dollar
The Liberian dollar is pegged to the U.S. dollar at a ratio of 2:1, maintaining a fixed exchange rate for many years.
10/07/1849: Introduction of Liberian Dollar
The Liberian dollar is introduced as the official currency of Liberia, replacing the use of foreign currencies in the country.
26/07/1847: Liberian Independence
Liberia declares independence from the American Colonization Society, establishing the first republic in Africa.