Historic Nepalese rupee Tongan paʻanga

01/04/2020: 50th Anniversary of the Paʻanga

Tonga celebrated the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the paʻanga as its national currency.

20/09/2015: Adoption of New Constitution

Nepal adopted a new constitution, resulting in political unrest and affecting the Nepalese Rupee's stability.

29/07/2014: Second Devaluation of the Paʻanga

Another devaluation occurred, this time by 20%, as part of Tonga's economic reform program.

14/03/2008: Currency Redenomination

Tonga redenominated its currency, removing three zeros from the paʻanga to simplify monetary transactions.

16/11/2006: Riot and Currency Crisis

Civil unrest and riots erupted in Tonga, leading to a currency crisis and a temporary suspension of trading the paʻanga.

26/10/1999: Maoist Insurgency Begins

The start of the Maoist insurgency in Nepal led to political instability and economic challenges, impacting the value of the Nepalese Rupee.

08/04/1993: Nepalese Rupee's Peg to Indian Rupee

The Nepalese Rupee was pegged to the Indian Rupee at a fixed exchange rate.

01/04/1991: First Devaluation of the Paʻanga

The paʻanga was devalued by 25% in an attempt to boost Tonga's economy and improve trade competitiveness.

04/06/1975: Independence of Tonga

Tonga gained full independence from the United Kingdom, further solidifying the status of the paʻanga as its national currency.

30/12/1972: Reintroduction of Nepalese Rupee

Nepal reintroduced the Nepalese Rupee as the official currency, separating it from the Indian Rupee.

01/04/1967: Introduction of the Paʻanga

The Tongan paʻanga was introduced as the official currency, replacing the pound at a rate of 1 pound = 2 paʻanga.

12/03/1960: Replacement of Nepalese Rupee

The Nepalese Rupee was replaced by the Indian Rupee as the legal tender in Nepal.

15/12/1959: Nepal Rastra Bank Established

Nepal Rastra Bank, the central bank of Nepal, was established to oversee the monetary system and issue the Nepalese Rupee.

07/04/1932: Introduction of Nepalese Rupee

The Nepalese Rupee was officially introduced as the currency of Nepal, replacing the silver mohar.