皇家造币厂发行纪念币纪念国家美术馆成立二百周年

为了纪念国家美术馆成立二百周年，英国皇家造币厂推出了由埃德温娜·埃利斯设计的 2 英镑硬币，以该美术馆标志性的特拉法加广场建筑为特色。该硬币刻有“Maiorvm Gloria Posteris Lvmen Est”字样，向过去的大师对未来艺术家的影响致敬。纪念币总监丽贝卡·摩根 (Rebecca Morgan) 称赞这是对画廊艺术遗产的致敬，而收藏家现在可以获得各种版本的硬币，包括金币、银币和未流通的明亮币。

Royal Mint Unveils Commemorative Coin Honoring National Gallery Bicentenary

皇家造币厂推出纪念币纪念国家美术馆二百周年

London, England - In a tribute to the illustrious institution that has showcased masterpieces for two centuries, the Royal Mint proudly unveils a commemorative £2 coin celebrating the National Gallery's bicentennial anniversary.

英国伦敦 - 为了向两个世纪以来展示杰作的杰出机构致敬，皇家造币厂自豪地推出了一枚 2 英镑纪念币，庆祝国家美术馆成立二百周年。

Designed by acclaimed artist Edwina Ellis, the intricately crafted coin portrays the gallery's iconic edifice nestled within Trafalgar Square's bustling heart. Encircling the numismatic depiction of the building's grand Corinthian columns is the poignant inscription "Maiorvm Gloria Posteris Lvmen Est," an exhortation that translates to "the glory of our ancestors is a light to our descendants." This phrase, inscribed on the gallery's Wilkins Building ceiling, encapsulates the profound belief that the artistic legacy of the past continues to inspire future generations.

这枚精心制作的硬币由著名艺术家埃德温娜·埃利斯 (Edwina Ellis) 设计，描绘了坐落在特拉法加广场繁华中心的画廊标志性建筑。围绕着建筑宏伟的科林斯式柱子的钱币描绘是令人心酸的铭文“Maiorvm Gloria Posteris Lvmen Est”，这是一句劝诫，翻译过来就是“我们祖先的荣耀是我们后代的光明”。这句话刻在画廊威尔金斯大厦的天花板上，概括了这样一种深刻的信念：过去的艺术遗产将继续激励后代。

Rebecca Morgan, Director of Commemorative Coin at the Royal Mint, expressed her delight in commemorating this momentous milestone. "It is a privilege to collaborate with the National Gallery in celebrating its bicentenary," she said. "This coin serves as a testament to the institution's unwavering dedication to preserving artistic brilliance and its unparalleled collection of world-renowned paintings. We hope collectors 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) 表达了她对纪念这一重要里程碑的喜悦之情。 “很荣幸能与国家美术馆合作庆祝其二百周年，”她说。 “这枚硬币证明了该机构坚定不移地致力于保护艺术才华及其无与伦比的世界著名绘画收藏。我们希望收藏家在未来的岁月里珍惜这幅微型杰作。”

To commemorate the occasion, the coin will be enshrined within a time capsule organized by the National Gallery as part of its NG200 celebrations. Available in various limited-edition versions, including gold, silver, and brilliant uncirculated, the collectable £2 coin can be purchased through the Royal Mint website. Prices range from £13 for the brilliant uncirculated version to £845 for the gold proof version.

为了纪念这一时刻，这枚硬币将被存放在国家美术馆组织的时间胶囊中，作为 NG200 庆祝活动的一部分。这枚价值 2 英镑的收藏币有多种限量版，包括金币、银币和未流通的明亮币，可通过皇家造币厂网站购买。价格范围从 13 英镑（未流通的精美版本）到 845 英镑（金精制版本）不等。

The coin was previously included in the Royal Mint's 2024 annual sets and is now available for individual purchase. As a testament to the National Gallery's enduring legacy and the enduring power of art, the commemorative coin will undoubtedly become a cherished collectible for enthusiasts and a poignant reminder of one of the world's most renowned cultural institutions.

该硬币此前曾包含在皇家造币厂 2024 年年度套装中，现在可供个人购买。作为国家美术馆不朽遗产和艺术不朽力量的证明，这枚纪念币无疑将成为爱好者们珍视的收藏品，并深刻地提醒人们这个世界上最著名的文化机构之一。