2024 $2 War Animals Remembrance Purple Poppy 'C' Mintmark Coloured Uncirculated Coin Silver Crux’s two brightest stars

Crux’s two brightest stars

with the echidna appearing on Australia’s 5c piece since the inception of decimal currency in 1966

The coin design captures the stark beauty of the Australian outback

This magnificent and graceful creature can grow to five metres in width and weigh several hundred kilograms

lyre-shaped tail feathers and astonishing vocal talent

2024 $2 War Animals Remembrance Purple Poppy 'C' Mintmark Coloured Uncirculated Coin Silver Crux’s two brightest starsThroughout history, in war and peacetime, animals and mankind have worked alongside each other. As swift mounts, beasts of burden, messengers, protectors, detectors and mascots; boosting morale. Our war animals have demonstrated true valour and an enduring partnership with humans. Their deeds and sacrifices should never be forgotten. We honour the deeds and sacrifices of animals in war with the release of this coin, adorned with the purple poppy a