Buy The Second World War: Four Wartime Specialty Coins (Mini Album)
Before the invasion of Poland in 1939, German minor coins were minted in a bronze alloy that was mostly copper. As the war expanded, and the Third Reich began fighting on three fronts, the Nazis rationed copper, which was used in the war effort, in the manufacture of arms. Coins were then struck in zinc. In the United States, there was a similar run on base metals like copper and nickel. The Americans used silver to make nickels, and steel to mint pennies. In France, coins were made out of aluminum. And in Nepal, the government struck coins using spent rifle-shell casings!
Why Collect These Wartime Coins?
As World War II raged on, the demand for metals used in minting coins grew as fierce as the battles themselves. Governments around the world had to get creative with the materials they used to strike their coins, leading to some truly unique and historically significant currency.
In Nazi Germany, copper was crucial for the war effort, so the coins were switched to zinc. The United States followed suit, minting steel pennies and using silver for nickels to save copper for weapons. In France, coins were made from aluminum, while Nepal turned to spent rifle-shell casings to produce their currency. These coins are more than just currency—they are a tangible connection to the global struggle and resilience during World War II.
Details of This Unique Collection:
- Historical Significance: These four coins represent the wartime economies of Germany, the United States, France, and Nepal. Each country adapted to the scarcity of traditional materials, resulting in coins that are rare, fascinating, and deeply rooted in history.
- Design: The coins are made from a variety of materials—zinc, steel, aluminum, and even spent rifle casings—each telling its own story of adaptation and survival during the war.
- Collector's Value: This mini album brings together a diverse set of coins from different parts of the world, each with its own unique wartime tale. Whether you’re a history buff or a coin enthusiast, this collection offers a rare glimpse into a time when every resource mattered.
