英国皇家造币厂发行 2 英镑纪念币纪念国家美术馆成立 200 周年

英国皇家造币厂发行了一枚新的 2 英镑硬币，纪念伦敦国家美术馆成立二百周年。该硬币以画廊的标志性圆柱为特色，并刻有“Maiorvm Gloria Posteris Lvmen Est”（“我们祖先的荣耀是我们后代的光明”）的铭文。这枚硬币是对画廊保存艺术才华和激励后代艺术家的遗产的致敬。

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

皇家造币厂推出 2 英镑纪念币，庆祝伦敦国家美术馆成立 200 周年

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.

伦敦，2024 年 4 月 11 日 - 英国官方硬币生产商皇家造币厂推出了一枚新的 2 英镑硬币，以纪念伦敦标志性国家美术馆成立 200 周年。

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.

这枚硬币由受人尊敬的艺术家埃德温娜·埃利斯 (Edwina Ellis) 设计，以国家美术馆雄伟的圆柱为特色，这是其著名艺术收藏品的象征。硬币边缘环绕着铭文“Maiorvm Gloria Posteris Lvmen Est”，这是一个拉丁语短语，意思是“我们祖先的荣耀是我们后代的光明”。这段铭文突出地展示在画廊的天花板上，体现了这样一种信念：过去的伟大大师激励后代创造出不朽的艺术作品。

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."

英国皇家造币厂纪念币总监丽贝卡·摩根 (Rebecca Morgan) 对与国家美术馆的合作表示高兴：“我们很荣幸能与国家美术馆一起庆祝这一重要的里程碑。这枚硬币向该美术馆无与伦比的艺术遗产和我们坚定不移地致力于保护艺术的卓越性，我们相信收藏家和爱好者都会在未来的岁月里珍惜这件微型杰作。”

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.

为了纪念这一时刻，国家美术馆将把纪念币放入一个时间胶囊中，作为今年春季晚些时候 NG200 庆祝活动的一部分进行密封。此外，该硬币还将发行各种版本，包括金币、银币和未流通的明亮式硬币，可在皇家造币厂网站上购买，起价 13 英镑。

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.

这枚 2 英镑的硬币此前曾包含在皇家造币厂 2024 年年度套装中，但现在可供个人购买。这枚纪念刊切实提醒人们国家美术馆具有持久的文化意义及其在塑造艺术景观方面的持续作用。