Historic Malagasy Ariary Liberian dollar

01/01/2023: Planned Fourth Redenomination of Ariary

Madagascar announces plans for the fourth redenomination of the Ariary, aiming to simplify the currency system further.

29/06/2020: Introduction of New Banknotes

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

01/01/2017: Third Redenomination of Ariary

The Malagasy Ariary experiences its third redenomination, resulting in the currency being divided by 5, making 1 new Ariary equal to 5 old Ariary.

01/08/2003: Second Redenomination of Ariary

The Malagasy Ariary goes through its second redenomination, with 1 new Ariary equal to 5 old Ariary.

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.

16/12/1993: First Redenomination of Ariary

The Malagasy Ariary undergoes its first redenomination, replacing the currency at a ratio of 1 new Ariary to 5 old Ariary.

01/01/1983: Introduction of Malagasy Ariary

The Malagasy Ariary is introduced as the new official currency of Madagascar, replacing the Malagasy Franc.

26/01/1982: Liberian Civil War Begins

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

26/06/1975: Independence of Madagascar

Madagascar declares independence from French colonial rule, leading to changes in the national currency.

26/06/1961: Introduction of Malagasy Franc

Malagasy Franc introduced as the official currency of Madagascar to replace the French Franc.

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.