27/07/2020: Transition to Sol
Peru announced the removal of 'Nuevo' from the currency's name, making it officially known as the Sol once again.
01/05/2017: Introduction of a two-dollar coin
Belize introduced a new denomination in the form of a two-dollar coin, reducing the dependency on smaller denomination banknotes.
15/12/2015: Introduction of New Sol Banknotes
New series of banknotes featuring improved security features and designs were introduced for the Nuevo Sol.
26/09/2011: Launching of new designs
The Central Bank of Belize introduced a new series of banknotes with updated designs, depicting prominent national landmarks and personalities.
24/06/2001: Introduction of polymer banknotes
Belize became one of the first countries in the region to introduce polymer banknotes, enhancing durability and security.
01/10/1995: Introduction of Nuevo Sol
The Peruvian Sol was revalued and renamed as the Nuevo Sol, with a new currency code of PEN.
01/07/1991: Return to the Sol
Peru reintroduced the Sol as its official currency, replacing the Inti at a rate of 1 million Intis to 1 Sol.
01/04/1990: Establishment of the Central Bank of Belize
The Central Bank of Belize was established to oversee monetary policies and ensure financial stability in the country.
01/02/1985: Creation of the Inti
The Peruvian Inti was created to replace the Sol as the official currency as part of an economic reform plan.
01/12/1982: Conversion to decimal currency
Belize adopted a decimal currency system with the introduction of a new series of banknotes and coins.
01/07/1978: Independence of Belize
Belize gained independence from the United Kingdom, solidifying the Belize dollar as the national currency.
01/11/1976: Introduction of the Belize dollar
The Belize dollar was introduced as the official currency of Belize to replace the British Honduran dollar.
01/07/1880: Adoption of the Sol de Oro Standard
Peru adopted the Sol de Oro standard, pegging the Sol to gold at a fixed rate.
23/11/1850: Introducción of Peruvian Sol
The Peruvian Sol was introduced as the official currency of Peru to replace the Spanish real.