Historic Tongan paʻanga Samoan Tala

Tongan paʻanga samoan tala history for March 2024. The highest quote for this month is 1.1683 (12/03/2024) and the lowest 1.1724 (05/03/2024). The difference between high and low is -0.35.

TOP WST average rate for March 2024 is 1.16186, the change between 01/03/2024 and 31/03/2024 is -2.13 %.

01 March 20241 TOP = 1.144 WST
03 March 20241 TOP = 1.144 WST
04 March 20241 TOP = 1.172 WST
05 March 20241 TOP = 1.172 WST
06 March 20241 TOP = 1.172 WST
07 March 20241 TOP = 1.171 WST
08 March 20241 TOP = 1.151 WST
10 March 20241 TOP = 1.151 WST
11 March 20241 TOP = 1.174 WST
12 March 20241 TOP = 1.168 WST

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

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

29/07/2014: Second Devaluation of the Paʻanga

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

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.

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.

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.