15/02/2013: Launch of New MUR Banknotes
New series of Mauritian Rupee banknotes were launched, featuring enhanced security features and updated designs, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Mauritius.
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.
08/09/2007: Currency Reform and New Coinage System
A currency reform was implemented, introducing new coins denominated in cents, with the aim of streamlining and modernizing the monetary system.
29/07/2003: Introduction of new leone notes
Sierra Leone introduces a new series of leone banknotes with enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting.
03/08/1999: Establishment of Bank of Mauritius
Bank of Mauritius Act was enacted, establishing the central bank responsible for the formulation and implementation of monetary policy in the country.
22/02/1996: Civil war ends
The Sierra Leonean Civil War comes to an end, providing an opportunity for economic stabilization and currency reform.
01/07/1994: Conversion to Decimal Currency System
Mauritian Rupee adopted the decimal currency system, replacing the previous pound-based system, with 1 Rupee consisting of 100 cents.
01/07/1992: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes
Polymer-based banknotes were introduced in Mauritius, replacing the traditional paper notes, to improve durability and security against counterfeiting.
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.
01/10/1979: Decentralization of Currency Printing
Printing of Mauritian Rupee banknotes was decentralized from the Bank of England to Mauritius, leading to enhanced national monetary control.
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.
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.
12/06/1967: Introduction of Mauritian Rupee
Mauritian Rupee was introduced as the official currency replacing the Mauritian Pound, with an initial exchange rate of 1 Rupee to 10 Shillings.
27/04/1961: Independence of Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone gains independence from the United Kingdom, introducing the Sierra Leonean leone as its official currency.