国家美术馆成立 200 周年纪念币揭幕

为了纪念国家美术馆成立 200 周年，发行了一枚具有收藏价值的硬币，该硬币以该美术馆的特拉法加广场建筑和鼓舞人心的拉丁铭文为特色。尽管是法定货币，但它很可能仍然是收藏品。该设计由埃德温娜·埃利斯 (Edwina Ellis) 设计，体现了画廊跨代的艺术灵感原则。作为二百周年庆祝活动的一部分，该硬币还将被纳入国家美术馆时间胶囊中，并可通过皇家造币厂网站购买各种版本。

Commemorative Coin Unveiled to Mark National Gallery's Bicentennial Milestone

纪念币推出纪念国家美术馆二百周年里程碑

London, UK – The Royal Mint and the National Gallery have unveiled a captivating commemorative coin to celebrate the institution's momentous 200th anniversary. This exquisite numismatic creation encapsulates the Gallery's rich legacy and profound impact on the art world.

英国伦敦——皇家造币厂和国家美术馆推出了一枚迷人的纪念币，以庆祝该机构成立 200 周年。这件精美的钱币作品浓缩了画廊丰富的遗产和对艺术界的深远影响。

Crafted with meticulous precision by Edwina Ellis, the coin bears the iconic image of the National Gallery building adorned against the vibrant backdrop of Trafalgar Square. The inscription "MAIORVM GLORIA POSTERIS LVMEN EST," emblazoned on the Wilkins Building's ceiling, graces the coin's surface. This Latin phrase beautifully articulates the gallery's founding principle: the enduring influence of great masters from the past on contemporary artists.

这枚硬币由埃德温娜·埃利斯 (Edwina Ellis) 精心制作，印有国家美术馆建筑的标志性图像，背景是特拉法加广场充满活力的背景。威尔金斯大厦天花板上刻有“MAIORVM GLORIA POSTERIS LVMEN EST”字样，为硬币的表面增光添彩。这句拉丁短语完美地表达了画廊的创立原则：过去的伟大大师对当代艺术家的持久影响。

The coin's issuance as legal tender required the royal assent of His Majesty King Charles III, a testament to its significant status. Its validity was further established through the time-honored Trial of the Pyx, an annual ceremony that scrutinizes the quality and authenticity of British coins.

该硬币作为法定货币的发行需要得到查理三世国王陛下的御准，这证明了其重要地位。历史悠久的 Pyx 审判进一步证实了其有效性，这是一项审查英国硬币质量和真实性的年度仪式。

Rebecca Morgan, Director of Commemorative Coin at The Royal Mint, expressed the institution's delight in collaborating with the National Gallery on this commemorative endeavor. "We are honored to join the celebration of the National Gallery's bicentenary," she stated. "This coin embodies the gallery's legacy of exceptional paintings and its unwavering commitment to preserving artistic excellence. We anticipate this miniature masterpiece will be cherished by collectors for generations to come."

英国皇家造币厂纪念币总监丽贝卡·摩根 (Rebecca Morgan) 表示，该机构很高兴与国家美术馆合作开展这一纪念币活动。 “我们很荣幸能够参加国家美术馆二百周年的庆祝活动，”她说。 “这枚硬币体现了画廊杰出绘画的遗产以及对保存卓越艺术的坚定承诺。我们预计这幅微型杰作将受到未来几代收藏家的珍视。”

The commemorative £2 coin will be showcased in a time capsule, placed by the National Gallery as part of its NG200 festivities. The coin will be available in various editions, including Gold Proof, Silver Proof, Silver Proof Piedfort, and Brilliant Uncirculated, providing collectors with an array of options to acquire this unique numismatic treasure.

这枚 2 英镑纪念币将装在一个时间胶囊中展示，由国家美术馆放置，作为 NG200 庆祝活动的一部分。该硬币将有多种版本，包括精制金币、精制银币、精制银币和未流通的精制银币，为收藏家提供一系列选择来获取这一独特的钱币珍品。

The release of this commemorative coin coincides with the National Gallery's bicentennial celebrations, which encompass a series of exhibitions, events, and educational programs. This milestone commemorates the gallery's founding in 1824 and its remarkable journey of acquiring, preserving, and exhibiting some of the world's most renowned artworks.

这枚纪念币的发行恰逢国家美术馆二百周年庆祝活动，其中包括一系列展览、活动和教育项目。这一里程碑旨在纪念该画廊于 1824 年成立，及其收购、保存和展览一些世界上最著名的艺术品的非凡历程。

The National Gallery houses a vast and diverse collection spanning various epochs and artistic traditions. Its assemblage boasts masterpieces from the Renaissance to the Impressionist era, including works by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Rembrandt, Cézanne, and Monet, among countless others. The gallery's mission to inspire, educate, and delight visitors from all walks of life remains resolute, ensuring its enduring legacy as a beacon of artistic excellence.

国家美术馆收藏了跨越不同时代和艺术传统的大量多样的藏品。它的收藏品拥有从文艺复兴时期到印象派时代的杰作，包括达芬奇、米开朗基罗、伦勃朗、塞尚和莫奈等无数人的作品。画廊始终坚定地致力于激励、教育和取悦各行各业的参观者，确保其作为卓越艺术灯塔的持久遗产。