Historic Uzbekistani som Brunei dollar

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.

25/02/2020: Introduction of New Large Denomination Banknotes

Uzbekistan introduced new 100,000 and 200,000 som banknotes to meet the requirements of the growing economy and reduce cash circulation.

08/02/2019: Exchange Rate Unification

Uzbekistan unified the official and black-market exchange rates, allowing for more transparency in currency transactions.

03/09/2018: Denomination of Uzbekistani Som

Uzbekistan announced a 1:10,000 denomination of the som, as part of ongoing currency reform.

05/09/2017: Floating Exchange Rate Regime

Uzbekistan transitioned to a floating exchange rate regime, allowing the Uzbekistani Som's value to be determined by market forces.

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

New series of polymer banknotes with modern designs entered circulation.

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.

10/03/2001: Introduction of New Uzbekistani Som

Uzbekistan introduced a new som, with 1 new som equaling 1,000 old soms, as a result of currency reform.

18/03/1996: Change in currency regime

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

01/07/1994: Redenomination of Uzbekistani Som

Uzbekistan redenominated its currency, with 1 new som replacing 1,000 old soms to combat hyperinflation.

01/07/1993: Introduction of Uzbekistani Som

Uzbekistani Som (UZS) was introduced as the official currency of Uzbekistan after the country gained independence from the Soviet Union.

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.