2018 $2 Lest We Forget - Eternal Flame Al-Br Coloured Coin Unc 2x2

2018 $2 Lest We Forget - Eternal Flame Al-Br Coloured Coin 2x2During the Anzac Centenary period the Royal Australian Mint continues its tradition of releasing coloured $2 to commemorate those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.This striking and evocative design is inspired by the Eternal Flame at the Australian War Memorial. Suspended above the Pool of Reflection, the flame is symbolic of remembrance and sacrifice.The origins of the eternal flame as a symbol of remembrance are unclear. It is possibly derived from the hearth flame of ancient cities, such as Rome or Delphi. an eternal flame was installed at the tomb of theUnknown Soldierin Paris in 1923, with flames also being installed throughout Europe in the following decade.Australia's first eternal flame was lit in Brisbane on 11 November 1930 and was described as 'strikingly typical of the Anzac Spirit ... a beacon of light and inspiration to rising and future generations".  Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II lit an eternal flame at the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne in 1954 to commemorate the Australian lives lost during the second World War. Others were lit in Perth and Townsville. The External Flame at the Australian War Memorial has been burning since 1988 in perpetual remembrance of the 102,000 Australians who have died in war and other operations since 1985.Released to coincide with Anzac Day 2018.Taken from Mint Rolls/Bags and inserted into a Saflip will contain bag/minting marks.The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II sculpted by Ian Rank-Broadley.Each coin is issued as Australian Legal Tender.Denomination :                  $2Quality :                            Coloured UncirculatedMetal :                              Aluminium BronzeWeight :                            6.60 gmsDiameter :                        20.50 mmMintage :                           TBA