Historic Liberian dollar Samoan Tala

29/06/2020: Introduction of New Banknotes

Liberia introduces new banknotes with enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting and improve confidence in the currency.

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.

26/01/1982: Liberian Civil War Begins

The Liberian civil war begins, leading to significant economic instability and devaluation of the Liberian dollar.

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.