Historic Romanian leu São Tomé and Príncipe dobra

01/01/2020: New Currency Symbol

A new currency symbol for the dobra, resembling the letters 'STD' with horizontal lines through them, was introduced for official use.

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.

24/05/2018: Dobra Pegged to Euro

The dobra's exchange rate was pegged to the euro, aiming to stabilize the currency and boost economic cooperation with the European Union.

01/01/2016: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes

São Tomé and Príncipe started issuing polymer banknotes as a means to enhance durability and reduce counterfeiting of the dobra.

01/01/2010: Currency Redenomination

The third dobra was introduced, with 1 new dobra equalling 1,000 old dobras, aiming to simplify transactions and boost confidence in the currency.

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.

01/01/1997: Introduction of the New Dobra

A new currency, the 'second dobra,' was introduced at a rate of 1,000 to 1 to combat hyperinflation and stabilize the economy.

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.

24/12/1979: First Currency Devaluation

The first devaluation of the dobra occurred, reducing its value by 53% as a result of economic instability and inflation.

30/06/1977: Introduction of the Dobra

The São Tomé and Príncipe dobra was introduced as the official currency of the country after gaining independence from Portugal.

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.

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.