04/05/2020: COVID-19 impact on currency
The outbreak of COVID-19 and its economic consequences led to a depreciation of the Cape Verdean escudo against major international currencies due to reduced tourism and economic activity.
30/09/2017: New escudo banknotes issued
Cape Verde introduced a new series of banknotes for the escudo, featuring enhanced security features, updated designs, and improved durability.
31/12/2014: End of the peg to the euro
Cape Verde decided to abandon the peg to the euro, shifting to a managed float exchange rate system to allow the currency to fluctuate based on market forces.
31/07/2013: Polymer Banknotes Issued
Polymer banknotes were issued in Paraguay, enhancing durability and counterfeit resistance of currency notes.
24/10/2011: Currency Redenomination
A currency redenomination took place, where 1,000 old Guaraní became equal to 1 new Guaraní.
01/01/2005: Decimalization of the escudo
The Cape Verdean escudo underwent a decimalization process, with the subdivision of 1 escudo into 100 centavos.
01/01/1998: Currency pegged to the euro
The Cape Verdean escudo was pegged to the euro at a fixed exchange rate of 1 euro = 110.265 CVE, ensuring stability and facilitating trade.
12/06/1995: Introduction of New Banknotes
New banknotes were introduced, featuring enhanced security features and updated designs.
01/03/1990: New Currency Symbol
A new currency symbol, ₲, was officially adopted for the Paraguayan Guaraní.
12/04/1982: Decree on Currency Stability
The Paraguayan government issued a decree to maintain the stability of the Paraguayan Guaraní.
17/11/1977: Introduction of the new escudo
A new version of the Cape Verdean escudo was introduced, replacing the previous version with a new design and updated security features.
05/07/1975: Independence of Cape Verde
The Cape Verdean escudo (CVE) was officially adopted as the currency of Cape Verde upon gaining independence from Portugal.
30/10/1953: Monetary Reform
A new monetary reform was implemented, replacing existing banknotes with new designs.
04/03/1943: Paraguayan Guaraní Introduced
The Paraguayan government introduced the Paraguayan Guaraní as the official currency of Paraguay.