Rare 1859 $4 Banknote from the Bank of Western Canada graded VF-30 by CCCS. Featuring intricate engravings and a classic design with portraits of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, this note is a remarkable piece of Canadian banking history.
- Denomination: $4 Dollars
- Composition: Paper
- Obverse Description:
- The obverse features a central vignette of a lion resting on a globe, symbolizing strength and dominion. On the left is a portrait of Prince Albert, and on the right, a portrait of Queen Victoria. The text reads ‘THE BANK OF WESTERN CANADA’ with ornate detailing and ‘FOUR’ prominently displayed in red.
- Reverse Description:
- The reverse is a mirrored and faint imprint of the obverse design due to bleed-through, featuring the same elements including the ‘FOUR’ in red and the portraits of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.
- Size: Not specified
- Year: 1859
- Signatures: Butler (Cashier), Richardson (President)
- Serial Number: 3115
