數值的紀念時刻：歷史1870年$ 2加拿大鈔票在Stack的Bowers Galleries以360,000美元的價格出售

在數值世界中，只能被描述為一個巨大的時刻，Stack的Bowers Galleries宣佈出售歷史悠久的1870年$ 2加拿大鈔票，應在維多利亞州付款，以驚人的360,000美元（518,000美元的CAD）出售。

A rare Canadian $2 banknote from 1870, payable at Victoria, sold for an impressive $360,000 ($518,000 CAD) at a recent auction by Stack’s Bowers Galleries. The note, which was previously thought to be lost, fetched a price that shattered pre-sale estimates and underscores its rarity and significance in the world of Canadian currency. This sale now ranks among the highest for any example of Canadian paper money ever sold.

1870年以來，這是一家罕見的加拿大2美元鈔票，應在維多利亞州支付，在Stack's Bowers Galleries最近拍賣會上以令人印象深刻的360,000美元（518,000加元）售出。以前被認為丟失的票據獲得了打破預售的價格，並強調了其在加拿大貨幣世界中的稀有性和意義。現在，這筆銷售是有史以來加拿大紙幣的任何例子中最高的。

The 1870 $2 banknote, issued by the Dominion of Canada, is a true numismatic treasure. Graded Choice Very Fine 35 by PMG, this is the only known example of its kind, a discovery that sparked excitement among collectors and historians. Its historical significance is rooted in its designation as “Payable at Victoria,” a detail that was notably absent from previous records. Earlier catalog entries simply listed this issue as “No Known Issued Notes.” Thanks to this remarkable find, the Charlton catalog entry for DC-3e can now be updated to include the existence of this rare piece of Canadian history.

由加拿大自治領發行的1870年$ 2鈔票是真正的錢幣寶藏。 PMG的分級選擇非常好35，這是同類唯一已知的例子，這一發現激發了收藏家和歷史學家的興奮。它的歷史意義源於其稱為“維多利亞州應付的”，這一細節在以前的記錄中顯然沒有。較早的目錄條目僅將此問題列為“未知的發行筆記”。由於這個了不起的發現，DC-3E的Charlton目錄條目現在可以更新，以包括存在這一罕見的加拿大歷史。

The $2 banknote was first printed in 1870, at a time when western Canada had a sparse population and limited financial institutions, which resulted in minimal circulation of paper currency. When this note was issued, British Columbia was a young province, and Victoria, its capital, was still developing as a commercial hub. Only 24,000 notes were reportedly printed and shipped to the Pacific Coast, but all were presumed lost – until this piece recently surfaced in Europe.

2美元的鈔票首次於1870年印刷，當時加拿大西部人口稀少，金融機構有限，這導致紙幣的流通量最少。發行該票據時，不列顛哥倫比亞省是一個年輕的省，其首都維多利亞州仍在發展為商業樞紐。據報導，只有24,000張票據被印刷並運到太平洋海岸，但所有這些都被認為丟失了 - 直到最近這件作品在歐洲浮出水面。

The consignor, who wishes to remain private, expressed satisfaction with the outcome, saying, “I am extremely happy with the job that Stack’s Bowers Galleries did promoting the item and presenting it to the public. The result is beyond what I could have imagined.”

希望保持私人的托運人對結果表示滿意，他說：“我對Stack的Bowers Galleries確實推廣了該物品並將其呈現給公眾。結果超出了我可以想像的。”

Apart from its rarity, the condition of the note is also exceptional. Graded Choice Very Fine 35 by PMG, this example showcases vibrant inks, crisp paper, and detailed engravings that remain as vivid as the day they were printed. Despite some lightened stains noted by PMG, the overall appearance is exceptional, making it the finest known of this crucial Canadian issue.

除了稀有性外，票據的狀況也很出色。 PMG的分級選擇非常好35，此示例展示了充滿活力的墨水，清脆的紙張和詳細的雕刻，它們與印刷的那天一樣生動。儘管PMG注意到了一些鮮明的污漬，但總體外觀還是出色的，使其成為加拿大至關重要的問題所知。

The discovery of this $2 Dominion of Canada banknote is a defining moment in Canadian numismatics. Even the National Currency Collection in Ottawa does not contain an example of this type, and the existence of a Victoria-payable $2 note was unconfirmed prior to this auction. Stack’s Bowers Galleries is proud to have facilitated the sale of this world-class rarity, further solidifying its position as a leader in the numismatic auction world.

在加拿大鈔票上，發現這2美元的統治是加拿大錢幣學的一個決定時刻。甚至渥太華的全國貨幣收藏也不包含這種類型的例子，並且在拍賣之前未經證實的是維多利亞票價2美元的票據。 Stack的Bowers Galleries很榮幸能夠促進這種世界一流的稀有性出售，從而進一步鞏固了其作為錢幣拍賣界領導者的地位。

“We are thrilled to have had the opportunity to offer such an extraordinary piece to the collecting community,” said Aris Maragoudakis, Director of World Paper Money at Stack’s Bowers Galleries. “This discovery has captured the attention of banknote collectors worldwide, and the final price of $360,000 reflects a thriving market that appreciates true rarities. This sale is a culmination of the market’s desire for this type of material, and the work of our team. Dennis Hengeveld (Director of Consignments and Senior Numismatist) wrote a masterful description and Adem Karisik took charge of promoting what was our first Canada Only Banknote Sale. This auction was a great first step as we reaffirm our position as a leader in Canadian banknotes.”

Stack的Bowers Galleries世界紙幣總監Aris Maragoudakis說：“我們很高興有機會為收藏社區提供如此非凡的作品。” “這一發現引起了全球鈔票收藏家的關注，最終價格為360,000美元，反映了一個蓬勃發展的市場，它欣賞了真正的稀有品。這筆銷售是市場對這種材料和我們團隊工作的渴望的高潮。丹尼斯·亨格維爾德（Dennis Hengeveld）（托運委員會和高級錢幣主義者）撰寫了精湛的描述，阿德姆·卡里斯克（Adem Karisik）負責促進我們第一次加拿大唯一的鈔票出售。當我們重申擔任加拿大鈔票領導人的地位時，這次拍賣是邁出的第一步。”

“This auction demonstrates our leadership in cutting edge technology. The sale took place entirely online, and the results rivaled – and in some cases surpassed – those achieved by more traditional auctions,” added Brian Kendrella, the firm’s president.

“這次拍賣證明了我們在尖端技術方面的領導地位。銷售完全是在線進行的，結果與更傳統的拍賣所實現的結果相媲美。”該公司總裁Brian Kendrella補充說。

For more information on upcoming auctions or to view the full results from the January 2025 Canadian Banknote Sale, please visit Stack’s Bowers Galleries online at StacksBowers.com.

有關即將拍賣的更多信息，或查看2025年1月加拿大鈔票銷售的完整結果，請訪問Stack的Bowers Galleries在stacksbowers.com上。