11/01/2021: New polymer banknotes
Polymer banknotes are introduced in The Gambia for the first time, replacing the previous paper banknotes to enhance durability and security.
06/08/2019: New family of banknotes
The Central Bank of The Gambia introduces a new family of Gambian dalasi banknotes with improved security features.
16/12/2016: Demonetization of 50 Rupee Note
The 50 Rupee banknote was demonetized, leading to widespread confusion and inconvenience as people rushed to exchange their old notes.
01/01/2010: Decimalization of Rupee
The Rupee was decimalized, with the introduction of coins denominated in cents, replacing the previous system of cents represented as a fraction of a Rupee.
17/08/2005: Series of New Banknotes
A new series of banknotes featuring improved security features and a more vibrant design was introduced to combat counterfeiting.
01/06/2001: Introduction of 10 Rupee Coin
The 10 Rupee coin was introduced, replacing the 10 Rupee banknotes, to reduce the cost of production and improve durability.
16/06/1997: Introduction of the 25 dalasis note
A new 25-dalasis banknote is introduced, featuring the portrait of President Jammeh, to commemorate 25 years of his rule.
22/07/1996: Change of banknotes and coins
New banknotes and coins featuring the portrait of President Jammeh are introduced, replacing the previous designs.
02/07/1987: Currency redenomination
The Gambian dalasi undergoes a redenomination, with 1 old dalasi being replaced by 10 new dalasis.
01/07/1977: Floating Exchange Rate
Sri Lanka shifted to a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the value of the Rupee to fluctuate based on market forces.
01/07/1977: Conversion to decimal currency
The Gambian dalasi is decimalized, with 1 dalasi being divided into 100 bututs.
22/05/1972: Ceylon becomes Sri Lanka
The country changes its name from Ceylon to Sri Lanka, and the currency is renamed Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR).
27/07/1971: Introduction of the Gambian dalasi
The Gambian dalasi currency is introduced to replace the Gambian pound as the official currency of The Gambia.
22/06/1966: Introduction of the Ceylon Rupee
The Ceylon Rupee was established as the official currency of Sri Lanka, replacing the Indian Rupee at a rate of 1:2.