World War I, also known as the Great War, was a global conflict that began in 1914 following the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria, which set off a chain of events leading to war. The war involved many of the world's great powers and was divided into two opposing alliances: the Allies and the Central Powers. It was characterized by trench warfare and the use of new military technologies, resulting in unprecedented levels of carnage and destruction. By its end in 1918, the war had reshaped the political order, with the defeat of the Central Powers and the collapse of empires. This incredible box set features an assortment of period coins from countries involved in World War I, in a stunning display box complete with a story card and certificate of authenticity. Bring this fantastic bundle of history to your collection today!
This set contains 10 coins of the Great War & its aftermath:
- Germany, 10 pfennig;
- France, 5 centimes
- Belgium, 5 cents;
- Great Britain, half penny
- Russia, kopek;
- Austria, 10 heller
- United States, cent;
- Japan, 5 sen
- Yugoslavia, dinar
- Palestine, mil
