This rare 1954 $20 dollar banknote from the Bank of Canada features a striking portrait of Queen Elizabeth II alongside bilingual inscriptions, all framed in an artistic design on a vibrant yellow background. The reverse showcases a picturesque snowy panorama of the Laurentians, making this collectible piece a valuable addition for both currency enthusiasts and investors alike.
- Issuer: Bank of Canada
- Year: 1954
- Face Value: $20 Dollars
- Composition: Paper
- Obverse: English texts on the left and French texts on the right. A black and white frame decorated with abstract forms in which the values “20” and “TWENTY / VINGT” are presented. On the right is a portrait of Elizabeth II, the new Queen of England and the Commonwealth. Background colour of the banknote is yellow.
- Reverse: In the middle, a snowy panorama in the Laurentians, Ontario. The background colour of the note is yellow.
- Serial Number: BE 5272619
- Catalogue Reference: Ch GPM# BC-33, P# 70