01/01/2019: Switch to the Bermuda dollar symbol
Bermuda officially adopted a new currency symbol for the Bermudian dollar, replacing the British pound sign used previously.
16/03/2015: Redesign of banknotes
The Bermuda Monetary Authority unveiled a redesigned series of banknotes featuring enhanced security features and updated designs.
01/05/2012: Introduction of polymer banknotes
Bermuda introduced polymer banknotes to replace paper currency for better durability and security.
27/04/2010: Adoption of new currency symbol
Sierra Leone adopts a new currency symbol for the leone (Le), representing its cultural heritage and national identity.
29/07/2003: Introduction of new leone notes
Sierra Leone introduces a new series of leone banknotes with enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting.
01/01/1997: Incorporation into Federal Reserve System
The US Federal Reserve System incorporated the Bermuda Monetary Authority into its banking system.
22/02/1996: Civil war ends
The Sierra Leonean Civil War comes to an end, providing an opportunity for economic stabilization and currency reform.
06/01/1982: New notes and coins
Bermuda issued new notes and coins, featuring iconic local sights, to commemorate its 375th anniversary.
29/04/1980: Coup d'etat
A military coup takes place in Sierra Leone, leading to economic instability and a decline in the value of the leone.
15/07/1974: Redenomination of the leone
Sierra Leone redenominates its currency, replacing the old leone with a new leone at a ratio of 1:4.
25/02/1972: Introduction of decimal coins
Bermuda introduced a decimal currency system, replacing the old pounds, shillings, and pence.
04/11/1971: Introduction of decimal currency
Sierra Leone adopts a decimal currency system, replacing the pound with the leone as its new official currency.
06/07/1970: Currency Board Agreement
Bermuda established a Currency Board System, pegging the Bermudian dollar at par with the US dollar.
27/04/1961: Independence of Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone gains independence from the United Kingdom, introducing the Sierra Leonean leone as its official currency.