Historic Mauritanian ouguiya Bulgarian lev

01/01/2022: Planned Introduction of New Banknotes

Mauritania plans to introduce a new series of banknotes with modern security features and improved durability to enhance the overall quality and functionality of the currency.

01/07/2020: Replacement of Commemorative Banknote

A new 20,000 MRO commemorative banknote was issued to mark the 60th anniversary of independence, replacing the older version. It showcases significant historical landmarks and figures.

01/10/2018: New Banknotes and Coins

Mauritania introduced a new series of banknotes and coins denominated in Ouguiya, featuring enhanced security features and updated designs to combat counterfeiting.

01/01/2018: Floating of the Ouguiya

The Mauritanian Ouguiya transitioned from a fixed exchange rate regime to a floating exchange rate system. The currency's value is now determined by market forces within a managed float.

06/05/2015: Pegged to the euro

The Bulgarian Lev officially became a currency pegged to the euro, maintaining a fixed exchange rate, on May 6, 2015.

01/05/2004: Redenomination of the Ouguiya

The Mauritanian Ouguiya underwent a redenomination, where 1 new MRO was equivalent to 10 old MRO. This measure aimed to simplify transactions and improve economic stability.

01/01/2002: Replacement of notes and coins

New series of notes and coins for the Bulgarian Lev were introduced, replacing the previous designs on January 1, 2002.

01/07/1999: Currency board arrangement

Bulgaria implemented a currency board arrangement, fixing the Bulgarian Lev to the euro at a rate of 1.95583 on July 1, 1999.

01/06/1978: Decentralization of Currency Issuance

The Central Bank of Mauritania granted the Banque Centrale de Mauritanie (BCM) the authority to issue and control the Mauritanian Ouguiya, decentralizing currency issuance.

01/11/1973: Introduction of the Mauritanian Ouguiya

The Mauritanian Ouguiya (MRO) was introduced as the official currency of Mauritania, replacing the CFA franc. It was initially pegged to the French franc at a rate of 1 MRO = 5.5 FRF.

15/09/1962: Introduction of the New Lev

The New Lev was introduced as a new currency in Bulgaria, replacing the Lev A, on September 15, 1962.

01/12/1952: Lev replaced by Lev A

The Bulgarian Lev was replaced by a new currency named Lev A on December 1, 1952 as a result of currency reform.

14/10/1923: Hyperinflation

Bulgaria experienced severe hyperinflation, causing the value of the Lev currency to plummet during the period from 1923 to 1924.

01/04/1881: Introduction of the Lev

The Bulgarian Lev currency was introduced as the official currency of Bulgaria on April 1, 1881.