07/10/2019: Modernization of Banknotes
The Honduran Central Bank launched new banknotes with enhanced security features and improved designs to deter counterfeiting.
01/04/2019: Romania plans to adopt the euro
The Romanian government announces its intention to join the Eurozone and set a target date for adopting the euro as the national currency.
27/01/2009: Currency Crisis
Honduras faced a severe currency crisis due to political instability, causing a decline in the value of the Lempira.
01/06/2005: Currency redenomination
Romania underwent a currency redenomination, with 10,000 old lei being exchanged for 1 new leu, to simplify transactions and eliminate zeros.
01/07/2003: Romania joins EU Accession
As part of joining the European Union, Romania pledges to adopt the euro in the future, aiming for greater economic integration.
15/06/1997: Monetary Integration
Honduras became a member of the Central American Monetary Integration System, aiming to promote economic stability and regional cooperation.
28/02/1991: End of communist era
As communism collapsed, Romania undergoes economic reforms and introduces a free-floating exchange rate system for the leu.
15/03/1967: Introduction of the New Lempira
A new design and denomination of the Lempira banknotes were introduced in order to combat counterfeiting.
03/09/1950: Devaluation of the Lempira
The Lempira experienced a significant devaluation, causing economic instability and inflation in Honduras.
30/12/1947: Communist regime introduces new leu
In an attempt to devalue the currency and control the economy, the Communist regime introduces a new leu at a ratio of 1:20,000.
11/10/1940: Monetary Reforms
Honduran government implemented monetary reforms to stabilize the Lempira and improve its value.
07/03/1931: Creation of the Lempira
The Honduran currency, the Lempira, was introduced to replace the Honduran peso as the official currency.
01/03/1901: Introduction of the gold standard
Romanian leu was tied to the gold standard, ensuring the stability of the currency and attracting foreign investments.
01/04/1867: Creation of the Romanian leu
The leu was established as the official currency of Romania, replacing the previous currencies in circulation.