Historic Namibian dollar Surinamese dollar

01/01/2019: Redenomination of the Surinamese dollar

The Surinamese dollar underwent a redenomination with 1 new dollar (SRD) being equal to 1,000 old dollars (SRG).

26/01/2016: New N$100 and N$200 Banknotes Introduced

Namibia introduced new banknotes of N$100 and N$200 denominations to address the need for higher-value currency in the growing economy.

30/08/2012: Introduction of N$10 Commemorative Banknote

Namibia introduced a commemorative banknote of N$10 to celebrate the centenary of the country's struggle for independence.

01/01/2011: Introduction of new banknotes

New banknotes with updated designs and security features were introduced to replace the older series of Surinamese dollar banknotes.

27/10/2008: Financial Crisis Impact

Due to the global financial crisis, the Namibian dollar experienced a depreciation against major currencies, affecting the country's economy.

01/01/2004: Replacement of banknotes

New banknotes were introduced with enhanced security features to replace the older series of Surinamese dollar banknotes.

01/01/2002: Replacement of Old Banknotes

Old banknotes of the Namibian dollar were demonetized, and new banknotes became the only valid currency.

01/06/1999: Introduction of New Banknotes and Coins

New series of banknotes and coins were introduced in Namibia, featuring indigenous wildlife and cultural symbols.

30/08/1993: Dollarization of Namibia

Namibia adopted the Namibian dollar as its sole legal tender, replacing the South African rand as the official currency.

23/12/1991: Devaluation of the Surinamese dollar

The Surinamese dollar was devalued by 100%, resulting in an exchange rate of 1 dollar to 200 guilders.

21/03/1990: Independence of Namibia

Namibia gained independence from South Africa, leading to the introduction of the Namibian dollar as the official currency of the newly established country.

01/10/1985: Introduction of the Surinamese dollar

The Surinamese dollar was introduced as the new currency of Suriname at a rate of 1 dollar to 1,000 guilders.

01/01/1962: Introduction of the Surinamese guilder

The Surinamese guilder was introduced as the official currency of Suriname, replacing the Dutch guilder.

31/12/1954: Independence of Suriname

Suriname gained independence from the Kingdom of the Netherlands, leading to the introduction of the Surinamese guilder as its official currency.