Historic Papua New Guinean Kina Sierra Leonean leone

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.

27/04/2010: Adoption of new currency symbol

Sierra Leone adopts a new currency symbol for the leone (Le), representing its cultural heritage and national identity.

29/07/2003: Introduction of new leone notes

Sierra Leone introduces a new series of leone banknotes with enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting.

22/02/1996: Civil war ends

The Sierra Leonean Civil War comes to an end, providing an opportunity for economic stabilization and currency reform.

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.

29/04/1980: Coup d'etat

A military coup takes place in Sierra Leone, leading to economic instability and a decline in the value of the leone.

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.

15/07/1974: Redenomination of the leone

Sierra Leone redenominates its currency, replacing the old leone with a new leone at a ratio of 1:4.

04/11/1971: Introduction of decimal currency

Sierra Leone adopts a decimal currency system, replacing the pound with the leone as its new official currency.

27/04/1961: Independence of Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone gains independence from the United Kingdom, introducing the Sierra Leonean leone as its official currency.