Description: This auction is for the Remembrance In Flanders Fields Toonie from 2015. Fresh from a Mint Roll. During the First World War, the landscape of France and Belgium turned to fields of mud where little or nothing could grow. But unusually warm temperatures in April and May 1915 caused vibrant red poppies to appear amidst the chaos and destruction of the Second Battle of Ypres. It was the sight of these resilient flowers blooming on the battlefield that inspired a Canadian military doctor to write a poem in honour of his fallen comrades. And so it was, in early May a century ago, that Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae composed In Flanders Fields, now one of our nation's best-known literary works. The poem inspired an American woman, Moina Michael, to make and sell red silk poppies to be worn in remembrance. The tradition was brought to England by Anna Guérin, and the idea of the poppy as memorial flower quickly spread through the Commonwealth. Today, the poem and the poppy that inspired it remain two of the most recognized symbols of remembrance honouring every Canadian who has served our country. Shipping Options This item will be shipped via Canada Post Lettermail. Please note, for purchases less than $100, if the Buyer wants tracking & insurance, shipping costs are $15.00 within Canada and $20.00 to the USA (lower 48). If you would like tracking and insurance please contact me to adjust your invoice before paying. For combined shipping, please wait for an invoice to adjust your shipping before paying. If you pay before I send an invoice I can not adjust your invoice for combined shipping. Return PolicyReturns will only be accepted if the item does not match the description as per the listing.Buyer must contact seller for an RMA number.
Price: 3.99 CAD
Location: Ajax, ON
End Time: 2024-01-18T21:59:53.000Z
Shipping Cost: 1.48 CAD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Modified Item: No
Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada
Certification Number: N/A
Certification: Uncertified
Grade: Ungraded
Year: 2015
Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
Denomination: Two Dollars (Toonies)
