This stunning 1974 $2 banknote issued by The Bank of Canada features a captivating Inuit hunting scene on the reverse, framed by vibrant “rainbow printing” and intricate abstract designs that make it a true collector’s gem. Graded UNC-65 by CCCS and complete with a unique serial number, this piece not only enhances any collection but also serves as a valuable investment in Canadian currency history.
- Issuer: The Bank of Canada
- Year: 1974
- Face Value: $2 Dollars
- Composition: Paper
- Obverse: A red frame decorated with abstract shapes in which the “2” values are presented. Multicolour printing known as “rainbow printing”. Each banknote has a seven-digit serial number with a 2- or 3-letter prefix. The number on the left is printed in red, while the number on the right is printed in blue. On the left is an illustration of the “Coat of Arms of Canada” and on the right is a portrait of Elizabeth II, Queen of England and the Commonwealth.
- Reverse: In the middle, an Inuit hunting scene on Baffin Island. To the right and left, abstract forms in which the values “2”, “TWO” and “TWO” are presented.
- Grade: UNC-65 (CCCS)
- Serial Number: ABK6309036
- Catalogue Reference: P# 86, Ch GPM# BC-47