Historic North Korean won Trinidad & Tobago Dollar

26/03/2020: COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic caused economic disruptions, leading to a decline in tourism and affecting the exchange rate of the TTD.

01/07/2013: Exchange rate unification

North Korea unifies the official exchange rate and market rate, resulting in a significant depreciation of the won.

30/11/2009: Currency revaluation

North Korean government announces a currency revaluation, replacing the old won notes at a ratio of 1 for 100.

19/09/2008: Global Financial Crisis

The global financial crisis had a significant impact on the value of the Trinidad & Tobago Dollar and the country's economy.

01/12/2001: Currency redenomination

North Korean won is redenominated, with the previous notes and coins being replaced by new ones at a ratio of 1 for 1,000.

17/05/1993: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes

Trinidad & Tobago introduced polymer banknotes to replace the traditional paper currency, enhancing security and durability.

25/02/1992: Introducing foreign exchange certificates

North Korea introduces foreign exchange certificates to counter hyperinflation and stabilize its economy.

27/07/1990: Attempted Coup d'État

An attempted coup d'état took place in Trinidad & Tobago, causing economic instability and impacting the value of the TTD.

31/12/1983: Floatation of the Trinidad & Tobago Dollar

Trinidad & Tobago abandoned the fixed exchange rate system, allowing the TTD to float freely against other currencies.

06/12/1979: Second major revaluation

North Korean won undergoes its second major revaluation, with the exchange rate being set at 1 for 10.

07/06/1976: Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago Established

The Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago was established, becoming the country's central monetary authority.

01/01/1964: Introduction of the Trinidad & Tobago Dollar

The Trinidad & Tobago Dollar was introduced as the official currency, replacing the British West Indies Dollar.

31/12/1959: First major revaluation

North Korean won undergoes its first major revaluation, with the exchange rate being set at 1 for 100.

06/12/1947: Introduction of North Korean won

North Korean won is introduced as the official currency of North Korea, replacing the Korean yen at par value.