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.
22/04/2020: COVID-19 Impact
The COVID-19 pandemic caused disruptions in the Cambodian economy, leading to a decline in the value of the Riel.
15/12/2015: Introduction of New Sol Banknotes
New series of banknotes featuring improved security features and designs were introduced for the Nuevo Sol.
04/01/2001: Riel Redenomination
The Cambodian government redenominated the Riel by removing four zeros, making it easier for transactions.
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.
20/03/1995: Dollarization
Cambodia officially adopted a dual currency system, allowing the use of both Riel and the United States Dollar.
20/03/1994: Currency Stabilization
Cambodia implemented a new currency stabilization plan to control hyperinflation and stabilize the Riel.
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.
01/02/1985: Creation of the Inti
The Peruvian Inti was created to replace the Sol as the official currency as part of an economic reform plan.
07/01/1979: Liberation of Cambodia
Vietnamese forces liberated Cambodia from the Khmer Rouge, leading to the reestablishment of the Riel.
17/04/1975: Khmer Rouge Regime
The Khmer Rouge regime took control of Cambodia, resulting in the abolition of currency and economic collapse.
11/07/1951: Introduction of the Riel
The Riel was established as the official currency of Cambodia, replacing the French Indochinese Piastre.
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.