01/03/2018: Redenomination of the Aruban florin
Aruba redenominated its currency, replacing 1,000 florins with 1 florin, simplifying transactions and reducing the size of banknotes.
01/09/2011: Replacement by the Caribbean guilder
The Netherlands Antillean guilder was replaced by the Caribbean guilder as the official currency of Curacao and Sint Maarten.
01/01/2011: Introduction of polymer banknotes
Aruba introduced polymer banknotes, made from a durable and secure polymer substrate, to enhance the durability and security of its currency.
10/10/2010: Dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles
The Netherlands Antilles were dissolved, resulting in the establishment of separate countries within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, including Curacao and Sint Maarten.
01/01/2003: Replacement of older banknotes
Older series of banknotes were phased out and replaced by newer and more secure banknotes featuring enhanced anti-counterfeiting measures.
01/01/2001: Introduction of the euro in the Netherlands
The euro was introduced as the official currency in the Netherlands, leading to increased integration with the European Union.
01/01/2000: Adoption of new currency symbol
The Aruban florin adopted a new symbol, ƒ, to distinguish itself from other currencies.
01/01/1993: Currency reform
A currency reform took place in Aruba, with the introduction of a new series of banknotes and the demonetization of certain older banknotes.
01/01/1990: Introduction of the guilders coins
Aruba introduced its own series of coins denominated in guilders, featuring unique designs and symbols reflective of Aruban culture.
01/12/1986: Pegged to the US dollar
The Netherlands Antillean guilder was pegged to the US dollar at a fixed exchange rate of 1.79 ANG to 1 USD.
01/01/1986: Introduction of the Aruban florin
The Aruban florin was established as the official currency of Aruba, replacing the Dutch guilder at a fixed rate of 1.79 florin to 1 guilder.
01/11/1952: Introduction of the Netherlands Antillean guilder
The Netherlands Antillean guilder was introduced as the currency of the Netherlands Antilles, replacing the Caribbean guilder.
25/11/1942: Curacao introduced the guilder
The guilder was introduced as the official currency of Curacao, replacing the Netherlands Antillean florin.
10/05/1940: German Occupation
During World War II, the Netherlands Antilles came under German occupation, resulting in restrictions and controls on currency usage.