This stunning 1954 $50 banknote issued by the Bank of Canada features a vibrant yellow/orange background and a striking portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, making it a must-have for collectors. Graded UNC-63 by CCCS, this pristine piece showcases intricate design elements and historical significance, highlighted by the picturesque depiction of waves at Lockeport, Nova Scotia on the reverse.
- Issuer: Bank of Canada
- Year: 1954
- Face Value: 50 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 “50” and “FIFTY / CINQUANTE” 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/orange.
- Reverse: In the middle, waves and breakers at Lockeport, Nova Scotia. Background colour of the note is yellow/orange.
- Grade: UNC-63 (CCCS)
- Serial Number: B/H0400302
- Catalogue Reference: Ch GPM# BC-42, P# 81
