04/11/2021: Resignation of Central Bank Governor and Lira Volatility
Following the resignation of the Turkish Central Bank governor, the lira experiences significant volatility in the foreign exchange market.
10/08/2018: Currency Crisis and Lira Depreciation
The Turkish lira suffers a severe depreciation due to escalating tensions with the United States and concerns over the Turkish economy.
15/07/2016: Failed Coup Attempt and Lira Plunge
After a failed coup attempt, the value of the Turkish lira plunges as political instability increases.
30/04/2008: Global Financial Crisis and Turkish Lira
The Turkish lira experiences a significant depreciation as a result of the global financial crisis.
15/10/2006: New series of banknotes
Costa Rica introduced a new series of banknotes featuring enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting and modernize the colón currency.
01/01/2005: Introduction of New Turkish Lira (TRY)
Turkey introduces a new version of the Turkish lira, denoted as TRY, with a new currency symbol.
21/05/1991: Free-floating exchange rate
Costa Rica transitioned to a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the colón's value to be determined by market forces.
09/11/1961: Introduction of the Monetary Reform
Costa Rica implemented a monetary reform, replacing the old colón with a new one at a rate of 1 to 100, to combat inflation.
30/11/1949: Abolition of the army
After the abolition of the army, the Costa Rican government focused on economic development, leading to stable monetary policies for the colón.
29/10/1930: Adoption of the New Turkish Lira
The Turkish government introduces the New Turkish Lira (Yeni Türk Lirası) to replace the old currency.
29/10/1923: Founding of the Republic of Turkey
The Turkish lira is officially established as the currency of the newly founded Turkish Republic.
14/12/1917: Establishment of the Central Bank of Costa Rica
The Central Bank of Costa Rica was established to oversee monetary policy, including the management of the colón.
09/04/1896: Adoption of the gold standard
Costa Rica adopted the gold standard, pegging the value of the colón to gold, leading to currency stability.
18/03/1850: Introduction of the Costa Rican colón
The Costa Rican colón was officially introduced as the currency of Costa Rica to replace the Spanish real.