17/03/2020: COVID-19 Impact on the Dinar
The COVID-19 pandemic and its economic consequences significantly impacted the value and stability of the Jordanian dinar.
10/11/2019: Announcement of Digitizing the Dinar
The Central Bank of Jordan announced its plan to digitize the Jordanian dinar to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
15/01/2015: Removal of Minimum Exchange Rate
The Swiss National Bank unexpectedly abandoned the minimum exchange rate, causing the Swiss franc (CHF) to surge in value.
15/12/2013: Launch of the New 50 Dinar Note
A new 50 dinar banknote featuring King Abdullah II was released, replacing the old design.
06/09/2011: Implementation of Minimum Exchange Rate
The Swiss National Bank imposed a minimum exchange rate pegging the Swiss franc (CHF) to the Euro to prevent excessive appreciation.
01/01/2001: Introduction of New Dinar Notes
New banknotes of the Jordanian dinar were introduced with enhanced security features.
13/09/1999: Introduction of Euro
Switzerland decided not to join the Eurozone and maintain the Swiss franc (CHF) as its official currency.
01/07/1989: Devaluation of the Dinar
The Jordanian dinar was devalued by 50% to stimulate exports and economic growth.
08/05/1973: Floatation of Swiss Franc
Switzerland abandoned the fixed exchange rate system, allowing the Swiss franc (CHF) to float freely against other currencies.
01/03/1965: Replacement of Filas
The filas, a fractional unit of the dinar, were replaced by smaller denomination coins.
01/04/1950: Introduction of the Jordanian Dinar
The Jordanian dinar was introduced as the official currency of Jordan, replacing the Palestine pound.
01/05/1936: Introduction of Swiss National Bank
The Swiss National Bank was established as the central bank responsible for issuing and managing the Swiss franc (CHF).
24/11/1907: Gold Standard Referendum
Switzerland voted to adopt the gold standard, making the Swiss franc (CHF) fully convertible into gold.
06/06/1850: Currency Act of 1850
The Swiss franc (CHF) was introduced as the official currency of Switzerland.