This 1971 $10 note from the Bank of Canada showcases stunning rainbow printing, featuring a detailed portrait of Sir John A. Macdonald and the iconic Coat of Arms, all framed in a vibrant purple design. Graded UNC-65 by CCCS, this collectible piece not only represents Canadian history but also embodies a unique industrial scene from Sarnia, making it a valuable addition for collectors and investors alike.
- Issuer: Bank of Canada
- Year: 1971
- Face Value: 10 Dollars
- Composition: Paper
- Obverse: A purple frame decorated with abstract shapes in which the “10” values are presented. Multicolour printing known as “rainbow printing”. On the left is an illustration of the “Coat of Arms of Canada” and on the right a portrait of Sir John A. Macdonald, lawyer, Canadian statesman and Prime Minister of Canada from 1867 to 1873 and from 1878 to 1891.
- Reverse: In the middle, representation of an industrial scene with the Sarnia, Ontario refinery. On the right and left, abstract forms in which the values “10”, “TEN” and “DIX” are represented.
- Grade: UNC-65 (CCCS)
- Serial Number: EER4609440
- Catalogue Reference: P# 88, Ch GPM# BC-49