January 16, 2001
Bank of Canada Review - Winter 2000-2001
Cover page
Intaglio Master Plate—Bank of Canada, 1954 Series $5
The intaglio plate shown here is made of steel and measures approximately 8 1/4 x 4 3/4 inches. Together with the note, the engraver's chisel, and eyeglass, it is part of the National Currency Collection, Bank of Canada.
Photography by James Zagon.