Historic Papua New Guinean Kina Danish Krone

04/02/2021: Ending of Intervention Policy

Denmark's central bank announced the end of its long-standing policy of defending the Krone's peg to the Euro.

24/03/2020: COVID-19 Economic Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the Papua New Guinean economy and the value of the Kina, leading to economic challenges and policy interventions.

19/11/2018: Launch of New Kina Notes and Coins

The Bank of Papua New Guinea launched a new series of Kina banknotes and coins, featuring enhanced security features and improved design.

19/09/2000: Referendum on Euro Membership

Danish voters rejected adopting the Euro in a referendum, maintaining the Krone as the national currency.

31/12/1998: Euro peg

Denmark joined the European Exchange Rate Mechanism (ERM II), pegging the Krone to the Euro with a narrow fluctuation band.

08/05/1995: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes

Polymer banknotes were introduced in Papua New Guinea, replacing the traditional paper banknotes and providing increased durability.

28/07/1989: Kina Floats in Foreign Exchange Market

The Papua New Guinean Kina was allowed to float freely in the foreign exchange market, leading to fluctuations in its value.

24/03/1982: Floating Exchange Rate

Denmark switched to a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the Krone's value to be determined by market forces.

03/02/1976: First Kina Banknotes Issued

The Bank of Papua New Guinea issued the first series of Kina banknotes, featuring unique designs and local elements.

19/12/1975: Independence from Australia

Papua New Guinea gained independence, leading to the introduction of the Papua New Guinean Kina as its currency.

19/12/1975: Introduction of the Kina

The Papua New Guinean Kina was officially introduced as the national currency, replacing the Australian Dollar at a rate of 2 Kina to 1 Australian Dollar.

21/07/1944: Bretton Woods Agreement

Denmark became a member of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and agreed to the Bretton Woods system, pegging the Krone to the US dollar.

10/09/1927: Return to Gold Standard

Denmark abandoned the gold standard due to economic pressures and public debt.

31/12/1872: Pegging to Gold Standard

The Danish Krone was pegged to the gold standard, fixing its value in relation to gold.