Historic Ugandan Shilling Guyanese dollar

Ugandan Shilling guyanese dollar history for August 2023. The highest quote for this month is 0.056064 (07/08/2023) and the lowest 0.056139 (03/08/2023). The difference between high and low is -0.13.

UGX GYD average rate for August 2023 is 0.05502, the change between 01/08/2023 and 31/08/2023 is +2.87 %.

01 August 20231 UGX = 0.0560 GYD
02 August 20231 UGX = 0.0558 GYD
03 August 20231 UGX = 0.0558 GYD
04 August 20231 UGX = 0.0561 GYD
07 August 20231 UGX = 0.0561 GYD
08 August 20231 UGX = 0.0561 GYD
09 August 20231 UGX = 0.0560 GYD
10 August 20231 UGX = 0.0554 GYD
11 August 20231 UGX = 0.0542 GYD
12 August 20231 UGX = 0.0558 GYD
14 August 20231 UGX = 0.0542 GYD
15 August 20231 UGX = 0.0545 GYD
16 August 20231 UGX = 0.0547 GYD
17 August 20231 UGX = 0.0542 GYD
18 August 20231 UGX = 0.0542 GYD
19 August 20231 UGX = 0.0558 GYD
20 August 20231 UGX = 0.0558 GYD
21 August 20231 UGX = 0.0542 GYD
22 August 20231 UGX = 0.0542 GYD
23 August 20231 UGX = 0.0544 GYD
24 August 20231 UGX = 0.0545 GYD
25 August 20231 UGX = 0.0546 GYD
28 August 20231 UGX = 0.0547 GYD
29 August 20231 UGX = 0.0546 GYD
30 August 20231 UGX = 0.0544 GYD
31 August 20231 UGX = 0.0544 GYD

03/06/2020: COVID-19 Impact on the Shilling

The Ugandan Shilling experienced a significant decline in value due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

01/01/2020: Transition to Polymer Banknotes

Polymer banknotes were introduced in Guyana, enhancing the durability and security features of the Guyanese dollar.

01/09/2013: Withdrawal of Old Currency Series

The old series of Ugandan Shilling notes were phased out and replaced with the new currency series.

01/07/2010: Issue of New Currency Series

Uganda issued a new series of currency notes with enhanced security features to reduce counterfeiting.

02/05/2003: Introduction of Coins

Uganda introduced coins denominated in Shillings to replace lower-value notes and facilitate transactions.

03/02/2003: Redenomination of the Currency

The Guyanese dollar underwent a redenomination, with old banknotes replaced by new notes at a rate of 1,000 old dollars to 1 new dollar.

05/10/1992: Resumption of Banking System

The resumption of the banking system in Guyana significantly improved the stability and accessibility of the Guyanese dollar.

15/05/1987: Introduction of the 500 Shilling Note

A new 500 Shilling note was introduced to combat the rapid inflation and devaluation of the currency.

05/08/1972: Idi Amin's Currency Change

President Idi Amin ordered the demonetization of old Ugandan Shilling notes and replaced them with new ones, causing an economic crisis.

15/06/1966: Introduction of the Ugandan Shilling

The Ugandan Shilling was introduced as the official currency of Uganda following its independence from British colonial rule.

26/05/1966: Independence of Guyana

Following Guyana's independence from Britain, the currency was renamed from British Guiana dollar to Guyanese dollar.

12/09/1951: Currency Board Established

A Currency Board was established to manage the British Guiana dollar, ensuring its stability and convertibility.

06/08/1917: Currency Act of 1917

The British Guiana dollar was revalued at a rate of 4.80 dollars to 1 U.S. dollar, following the Currency Act of 1917.

18/01/1839: Introduction of the British Guiana dollar

British Guiana dollar introduced as the official currency of British Guiana, replacing the Spanish and Portuguese coins previously in circulation.