Historic Tongan paʻanga Brunei dollar

Tongan paʻanga brunei dollar history for October 2023. The highest quote for this month is 0.57885 (01/10/2023) and the lowest 0.57885 (01/10/2023). The difference between high and low is 0.

TOP BND average rate for October 2023 is 0.56841, the change between 01/10/2023 and 31/10/2023 is +3.99 %.

01 October 20231 TOP = 0.5789 BND
03 October 20231 TOP = 0.5678 BND
04 October 20231 TOP = 0.5689 BND
06 October 20231 TOP = 0.5652 BND
07 October 20231 TOP = 0.5743 BND
09 October 20231 TOP = 0.5646 BND
10 October 20231 TOP = 0.5697 BND
11 October 20231 TOP = 0.5707 BND
13 October 20231 TOP = 0.5658 BND
16 October 20231 TOP = 0.5684 BND
17 October 20231 TOP = 0.5690 BND
18 October 20231 TOP = 0.5662 BND
19 October 20231 TOP = 0.5662 BND
20 October 20231 TOP = 0.5686 BND
21 October 20231 TOP = 0.5784 BND
22 October 20231 TOP = 0.5763 BND
23 October 20231 TOP = 0.5660 BND
24 October 20231 TOP = 0.5710 BND
25 October 20231 TOP = 0.5644 BND
26 October 20231 TOP = 0.5614 BND
27 October 20231 TOP = 0.5631 BND
28 October 20231 TOP = 0.5723 BND
29 October 20231 TOP = 0.5723 BND
30 October 20231 TOP = 0.5650 BND
31 October 20231 TOP = 0.5558 BND

01/01/2022: Removal of monarchy symbol

Brunei currency no longer featured the portrait of the Sultan as part of efforts to modernize the banknotes.

01/04/2020: 50th Anniversary of the Paʻanga

Tonga celebrated the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the paʻanga as its national currency.

21/07/2017: Commencement of New Series Polymer Banknotes

New series of polymer banknotes with modern designs entered circulation.

29/07/2014: Second Devaluation of the Paʻanga

Another devaluation occurred, this time by 20%, as part of Tonga's economic reform program.

05/05/2013: Upgrade of polymer banknotes

Introduction of new polymer banknotes with enhanced security features.

01/07/2011: Introduction of Brunei-Indonesia Currency Agreement

Brunei dollar became interchangeable with Indonesian rupiah in specified regions.

14/03/2008: Currency Redenomination

Tonga redenominated its currency, removing three zeros from the paʻanga to simplify monetary transactions.

16/11/2006: Riot and Currency Crisis

Civil unrest and riots erupted in Tonga, leading to a currency crisis and a temporary suspension of trading the paʻanga.

18/03/1996: Change in currency regime

Brunei dollar became fully backed by foreign exchange reserves instead of gold.

01/04/1991: First Devaluation of the Paʻanga

The paʻanga was devalued by 25% in an attempt to boost Tonga's economy and improve trade competitiveness.

04/06/1975: Independence of Tonga

Tonga gained full independence from the United Kingdom, further solidifying the status of the paʻanga as its national currency.

12/06/1973: Establishment of Brunei Currency Board

Currency Board assumed responsibility for the issuance and management of Brunei dollar.

27/07/1967: Introduction of Brunei and Singapore Currency Interchangeability Agreement

Brunei and Singapore dollars became interchangeable at par.

01/04/1967: Introduction of the Paʻanga

The Tongan paʻanga was introduced as the official currency, replacing the pound at a rate of 1 pound = 2 paʻanga.