02/12/2016: Peace Agreement Impact
After the signing of the peace agreement with FARC, the Colombian Peso strengthened and saw improvements in the economy.
30/10/2016: Withdrawal of the 1000-krone banknote
The Norges Bank phased out the 1000-krone banknote, as part of efforts to combat money laundering and reduce the use of cash in the economy.
24/07/2001: Exchange rate flexibility
Colombia allowed the Colombian Peso to have a flexible exchange rate, transitioning from a fixed exchange rate system.
21/10/1999: Colombia's Financial Crisis
Colombia faced a financial crisis resulting in a devaluation of the Peso and an economic recession.
01/01/1999: Creation of the euro
Several European countries introduced the euro as a common currency, but Norway chose to maintain the krone, cementing its separate monetary path.
19/11/1992: Norway rejects European Union membership
In a referendum, Norway voted against joining the European Union, reaffirming its independent monetary policy and keeping the krone outside the eurozone.
04/07/1991: Introduction of a New Peso
A new Peso was introduced with a higher value, replacing the old Peso due to high inflation.
12/06/1953: Creation of Banco de la República
The central bank of Colombia, Banco de la República, was established to regulate and control the Colombian Peso.
22/10/1931: Devaluation of the krone
To counter the effects of the Great Depression, Norway devalued the krone by 14%, aiming to boost exports and stimulate the economy.
01/11/1920: Krone's return to the gold standard
Following the end of World War I, Norway reintroduced the gold standard for the krone, stabilizing its value and restoring confidence in the currency.
02/08/1914: Suspension of krone's gold standard
Due to the outbreak of World War I, Norway suspended the krone's convertibility into gold, allowing for more flexibility in monetary policy during the war.
31/07/1886: Adoption of the Gold Standard
Colombia adopted the gold standard, linking the value of the Peso to gold, stabilizing the currency.
27/10/1875: The introduction of the krone currency
The krone was established as the official currency of Norway, replacing the previous speciedaler, marking a significant milestone in the country's monetary history.
27/05/1837: Introduction of the Peso
The Colombian Peso was introduced as the official currency of Colombia, replacing the Spanish real.