皇家造币厂发行纪念币以纪念伦敦国家美术馆成立二百周年

皇家造币厂发行了由埃德温娜·埃利斯 (Edwina Ellis) 设计的 2 英镑硬币，庆祝国家美术馆成立二百周年。该硬币描绘了特拉法加广场的画廊，并刻有“Maiorvm Gloria Posteris Lvmen Est”字样，强调了激励后代的卓越艺术遗产。该硬币有金币、银币和明亮式未流通硬币可供选择，将包含在 NG200 庆祝活动中，并可从皇家造币厂网站购买。

Royal Mint Commemorates Bicentennial of London's National Gallery with Special Coin Issue

皇家造币厂发行特别硬币纪念伦敦国家美术馆二百周年

London, United Kingdom - To celebrate the bicentenary of the esteemed National Gallery, the Royal Mint has unveiled a commemorative £2 coin designed by the talented artist Edwina Ellis. This exceptional coin pays homage to the Gallery's illustrious history and its unwavering commitment to preserving and showcasing extraordinary works of art.

英国伦敦 - 为了庆祝受人尊敬的国家美术馆成立二百周年，皇家造币厂推出了由才华横溢的艺术家埃德温娜·埃利斯 (Edwina Ellis) 设计的 2 英镑纪念币。这枚非凡的硬币向画廊的辉煌历史及其对保存和展示非凡艺术作品的坚定承诺致敬。

Etched into the coin's intricate design is a meticulously rendered depiction of the Gallery's iconic neoclassical façade, situated prominently in London's vibrant Trafalgar Square. Encircling the intricate numismatic representation of the building's stately Corinthian columns is an inscription in Latin that reads "Maiorvm Gloria Posteris Lvmen Est," which translates to "the glory of our ancestors is a light to our descendants." This profound phrase, inscribed upon the ceiling of the Gallery's Wilkins Building, aptly conveys the belief that the great artists of the past provide inspiration and guidance to those of the present and future.

硬币的复杂设计中刻有对画廊标志性新古典主义外观的精心描绘，该外观位于伦敦充满活力的特拉法加广场的显着位置。这座建筑庄严的科林斯式柱子的复杂钱币图案周围是一段拉丁文铭文，上面写着“Maiorvm Gloria Posteris Lvmen Est”，翻译过来就是“我们祖先的荣耀是我们后代的光明”。这句深刻的短语刻在画廊威尔金斯大楼的天花板上，恰当地传达了这样的信念：过去的伟大艺术家为现在和未来的艺术家提供灵感和指导。

Rebecca Morgan, Director of Commemorative Coin at the Royal Mint, expressed her delight in collaborating with the National Gallery on this significant occasion. "We are honored to commemorate the National Gallery's bicentenary with this special coin," she remarked. "This exquisite piece serves as a fitting tribute to the Gallery's remarkable legacy of showcasing world-renowned paintings and its dedication to preserving artistic excellence. We anticipate that collectors will cherish this miniature work of art for generations to come."

英国皇家造币厂纪念币总监丽贝卡·摩根 (Rebecca Morgan) 表示很高兴能在这一重要时刻与国家美术馆合作。 “我们很荣幸能用这枚特殊的硬币来纪念国家美术馆二百周年，”她说道。 “这件精美的作品是对画廊展示世界著名画作的非凡遗产及其致力于保护卓越艺术的奉献的适当致敬。我们预计收藏家会为子孙后代珍惜这件微型艺术作品。”

As part of the Gallery's bicentennial celebrations, the commemorative coin will be included in a time capsule to be sealed later this spring. This collectible £2 coin will be available in a range of finishes, including gold, silver, and brilliant uncirculated, and can be purchased from the Royal Mint's official website. Prices for the coin start from £13.

作为画廊二百周年庆祝活动的一部分，纪念币将被放入一个时间胶囊中，并于今年春天晚些时候密封。这枚价值 2 英镑的收藏币有多种饰面可供选择，包括金质、银质和明亮式未流通硬币，可从皇家造币厂的官方网站购买。该硬币的价格从 13 英镑起。

The coin was initially released as part of the Royal Mint's 2024 annual sets and is now available for individual purchase. This exceptional commemorative coin not only honors the National Gallery's esteemed legacy but also serves as a tangible reminder of the enduring power of art to transcend time and inspire generations.

该硬币最初是作为皇家造币厂 2024 年年度套装的一部分发行的，现在可供个人购买。这枚非凡的纪念币不仅纪念了国家美术馆令人尊敬的遗产，还切实提醒人们艺术具有超越时间、激励一代又一代人的持久力量。