英國皇家造幣廠發行 2 英鎊紀念幣紀念國家美術館成立 200 週年

英國皇家造幣廠發行了一枚新的 2 英鎊硬幣，紀念倫敦國家美術館成立二百週年。硬幣以畫廊的標誌性圓柱為特色，並刻有“Maiorvm Gloria Posteris Lvmen Est”（“我們祖先的榮耀是我們後代的光明”）的銘文。這枚硬幣是對畫廊保存藝術才華和激勵後代藝術家的遺產的致敬。

Royal Mint Unveils Commemorative £2 Coin Celebrating 200th Anniversary of London's National Gallery

皇家造幣廠推出 2 英鎊紀念幣，慶祝倫敦國家美術館成立 200 週年

London, April 11, 2024 - The Royal Mint, the United Kingdom's official coin producer, has unveiled a new £2 coin to commemorate the 200th anniversary of London's iconic National Gallery.

倫敦，2024 年 4 月 11 日 - 英國官方硬幣生產商皇家造幣廠推出了一枚新的 2 英鎊硬幣，以紀念倫敦標誌性國家美術館成立 200 週年。

Designed by esteemed artist Edwina Ellis, the coin features the National Gallery's majestic columns, a symbol of its renowned collection of art. Encircling the edge of the coin is the inscription "Maiorvm Gloria Posteris Lvmen Est," a Latin phrase that translates to "the glory of our ancestors is a light to our descendants." This inscription, prominently displayed on the gallery's ceiling, encapsulates the belief that the great masters of the past inspire future generations to create enduring works of art.

這枚硬幣由受人尊敬的藝術家 Edwina Ellis 設計，以國家美術館雄偉的圓柱為特色，這是其著名藝術收藏品的象徵。硬幣邊緣環繞著銘文“Maiorvm Gloria Posteris Lvmen Est”，這是一個拉丁語短語，意思是“我們祖先的榮耀是我們後代的光明”。這段銘文突出地展示在畫廊的天花板上，體現了這樣一種信念：過去的偉大大師激勵後代創造出不朽的藝術作品。

Rebecca Morgan, Director of Commemorative Coin at the Royal Mint, expressed her delight at the partnership with the National Gallery: "We are honored to join the National Gallery in celebrating this significant milestone. This coin pays homage to the gallery's unparalleled legacy of art and its unwavering commitment to preserving artistic excellence. We trust that collectors and enthusiasts alike will cherish this miniature masterpiece for years to come."

英國皇家造幣廠紀念幣總監麗貝卡·摩根(Rebecca Morgan) 對與國家美術館的合作表示高興：「我們很榮幸能與國家美術館一起慶祝這一重要的里程碑。這枚硬幣向該美術館的合作表示高興：「我們很榮幸能與國家美術館一起慶祝這一重要的里程碑。這枚硬幣向該美術館無與倫比的藝術遺產和我們堅定不移地致力於保護藝術的卓越性，我們相信收藏家和愛好者都會在未來的歲月裡珍惜這件微型傑作。

To mark the occasion, the National Gallery will include the commemorative coin in a time capsule to be sealed as part of its NG200 celebrations later this spring. Additionally, the coin will be released in various versions, including gold, silver, and brilliant uncirculated, available for purchase on the Royal Mint website starting at £13.

為了紀念這一時刻，國家美術館將把紀念幣放入時間膠囊中，作為今年春季晚些時候 NG200 慶祝活動的一部分進行密封。此外，該硬幣還將發行各種版本，包括金幣、銀幣和未流通的明亮式硬幣，可在皇家造幣廠網站上購買，起價為 13 英鎊。

The £2 coin was previously included in the Royal Mint's 2024 annual sets but is now available for individual purchase. This commemorative issue serves as a tangible reminder of the National Gallery's enduring cultural significance and its continued role in shaping the artistic landscape.

這枚 2 英鎊的硬幣此前曾包含在皇家造幣廠 2024 年年度套裝中，但現在可供個人購買。這枚紀念刊切實提醒人們國家美術館具有持久的文化意義及其在塑造藝術景觀方面的持續作用。