15/04/2019: Coronation of King Rama X
King Maha Vajiralongkorn's coronation ceremony took place, affirming stability and continuity in the monarchy.
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.
19/09/2006: 2006 Thai coup d'état
The military staged a coup overthrowing the government, causing political instability and affecting the currency.
29/07/2003: Introduction of new leone notes
Sierra Leone introduces a new series of leone banknotes with enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting.
02/07/1997: Asian Financial Crisis
The Thai baht was devalued triggering the Asian financial crisis, resulting in economic recession and structural reforms.
22/02/1996: Civil war ends
The Sierra Leonean Civil War comes to an end, providing an opportunity for economic stabilization and currency reform.
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.
01/01/1980: Currency Floatation
The Thai baht was shifted from a fixed to a floating exchange rate system, leading to increased volatility.
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.
14/10/1973: October 14 Uprising
A popular uprising against the military dictatorship led to political reforms and an increase in public participation.
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.
27/04/1961: Independence of Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone gains independence from the United Kingdom, introducing the Sierra Leonean leone as its official currency.
01/01/1942: Japanese Occupation
During World War II, Thailand was occupied by Japan, leading to the introduction of Japanese-sponsored banknotes.
24/06/1932: Siamese Revolution
The Siamese Revolution resulted in the establishment of a constitutional monarchy, marking the beginning of political changes in Thailand.