Allied Powers

Coins and other memorabilia issued between 1914-1918 in one of the countries that formed the Allied Powers, as well as commemorative issues of the end of WWI.

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George V, Halfcrown 1914 Circulated

The coinage of King George V was struck from 1911-1936. From 1911 until 1919 his coins were struck in Sterling Silver and from 1920-1936 they were struck in 500 fine Silver. Although there were crowns struck occasionally, on a regular basis the largest non gold coin struck was the Halfcrown or Two Shillings and Sixpence. The coin offered here is the 1914 Halfcrown in selected circulated condition, but let’s be honest the older the coin, the more circulation you can expect. We always give you the best coin we have in stock at that time.
£40.00
Picture of George V, Halfcrown 1914 Fine

George V, Halfcrown 1914 Fine

This Sterling Silver Halfcrown was issued during the first year of World War I, 1914. It was the largest silver coin struck at the time, as no crown for George V would be issued until 1927. You have the bare head of the King facing left and the reverse has the crowned arms within a wreath. All British coins until and including 1919 were struck in Sterling Silver. The coins on offer are in Fine condition and 1914 is not the easiest date to find. This is an interesting coin, an interesting date and one of the last coins from this country to be struck in Sterling Silver.
£35.00
Picture of George V, Halfcrown 1915 Fine

George V, Halfcrown 1915 Fine

In the early reign of King George V the coins were struck in Sterling Silver 925 fine Silver. After 1920 the coins were struck in 500 fine silver. The largest Sterling Silver coin struck during the reign of King George V was the Halfcrown. They are in Fine or better condition.
£40.00
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George V, Halfcrown 1915 Very Fine

In 1915 the battle of Gallipoli started, the foundation of British Woman’s Institute, ANZAC tradition begins, German U-boat sinks the Lusitania, Pluto is photographed for the first time, 1st prototype tank is tested by British Army and Italy joins the Allies and declares war on Austrian Hungarian Empire. It was a very busy year, King George V had been on the throne for only four years and our coinage was still being struck in Sterling Silver. The largest Silver coin struck in this country was the Halfcrown or Two Shillings and Sixpence, the current decimal equivalent of 12.5 Pence. We have a nice group of Very Fine 1915 King George V Sterling Silver Halfcrowns in stock, which we can now offer you. Remember that Very Fine is much nicer than they usually come. The last time we had some of these Sterling Silver Halfcrowns in Very Fine they quickly sold out.
£26.50
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George V, Penny (Heaton Mint) 1918 Fine

It is strange but true; the Royal Mint did not strike a lot of the bronze coins that were issued in this country. In fact, at one point they were using two private mints to strike coins for them. The Heaton Mint which has a mintmark ‘H’ as on this coin and the Kings Norton Mint which used a ‘KN’ mintmark. Interestingly enough, both private mints have gone out of business. This Penny is dated 1918, which was during World War I and we guess the Royal Mint had too many other things on its plate. The mintmark is below Britannia to the left of the date. The coins on offer are in Fine condition and are rather difficult to find these days. The Royal Mint didn’t strike this 1918 Penny but the Mint Birmingham Ltd did. Why not add one to your collection?
£8.95
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George V, Penny (Kings Norton) 1918 Fine

1918 Kings Norton Penny in Fine. In the reign of King George V the Royal Mint ran out of capacity to strike enough coins for everyday usage, so they contracted out the minting of some Pennies. One of the two Mints they used was the Kings Norton Mint, unlike the Birmingham Mint, the Kings Norton Mint had never struck coins for them before. They only made pennies for the Mint in 1918 and 1919 and all of these coins carry the ‘KN’ mint mark by the left of the date. Of the two mints, the Kings Norton is by far the most difficult to get.
£14.95
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George V, Shilling 1915 Good Extremely Fine

Good Extremely Fine.
£55.00
George V 1918 Sovereign Struck in India Extremely Fine_obv

George V, Sovereign (Struck in India) 1918 Extremely Fine

In 1918 towards the end of World War I, the Royal Mint sent Sovereign dies to India to be used in the striking of gold sovereigns. These were the only Indian Sovereigns struck until just recently when some were struck for Queen Elizabeth II. These George V Sovereigns are struck in 22ct Gold and weigh about 8 grams, they are in Extremely Fine condition. A fantastic one-year type coin of King George V and of India. Worth thinking about adding it to your collection, especially at this price! Stock availability is limited, so we can only make available 2 coins per collector.
£595.00
Picture of George V, Threepence (Sterling Silver) 1916 Fine

George V, Threepence (Sterling Silver) 1916 Fine

This King George V threepence is dated 1916, issued during World War I, and most importantly, it is struck in Sterling Silver. Our coinage would be struck in Sterling Silver for just 3 more years. The coins are in Fine condition and have the bare head portrait of the King on one side and a crowned ‘3’ on the other. A nice coin to add to your collection and it is 102 years old.
£6.95
Picture of George V, Threepence 1914 (.925 Sterling Silver) Fine

George V, Threepence 1914 (.925 Sterling Silver) Fine

This George V Sterling Silver threepence was issued in 1914 just at the start of World War One. Later, in 1920, they reduced the fineness of the silver used in our coinage from 925 (Sterling) to 500 fine or half silver. This little ‘Joey’ as the threepence was known was the smallest silver coin issued at the time for circulation. The coins have the bare head of the King on one side and a crowned ‘3’ on the other side. The coins are in Fine condition and are now 104 years old.
£8.50
Picture of George V, Threepence 1916 (.925 Sterling Silver) Fine

George V, Threepence 1916 (.925 Sterling Silver) Fine

This King George V Threepence is dated 1916, issued during World War One, and most importantly is struck in Sterling Silver. Our coinage would be struck in Sterling Silver for just 3 more years. The coins are in Fine condition and have the bare head portrait of the King on one side and a crowned ‘3’ on the other side. A nice coin to add to your collection and it is 102 years old.
£7.50
Picture of George V, Threepence 1919 (the last struck in Sterling Silver) Fine

George V, Threepence 1919 (the last struck in Sterling Silver) Fine

In 1919 the Royal Mint issued the last ever Sterling Silver Threepence for circulation. The next year, 1920, they reduced the silver content in our coins from 925 fine silver to 500 fine silver. King George V was on the Throne and World War I was just over, the economy needed the extra income from less silver in our coinage. We can offer the last ever Sterling Silver Threepence in Fine condition for just £8.50. It shows what inflation does to our money, today there is no silver in our coins just cupro-nickel, and even the smallest coins are only copper-plated steel.
£7.50
Picture of George V, World War One Silver & Bronze set

George V, World War One Silver & Bronze set

We have put together some sets of coins that were struck and used during World War I. That means they were struck between 1914-1918 and that the silver coins are struck in Sterling Silver. Each set contains a Sterling Silver Halfcrown, Florin, Shilling, Sixpence and Threepence of King George V plus a bronze Penny, Halfpenny and Farthing.
£95.00
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Orr & Sons Set of 6 Silver Coin Spoons

Boxed set of 6 silver spoons featuring 2000 dinar 10th anniversary coins, 1918 by P. Orr & Sons, Madras & Rangoon.
£395.00
Russia 250 Roubles 1917 P36 VF-GVF

Russia (USSR) 250 Roubles 1917 P36 VF-GVF

These 250 roubles are dated 1917, the year the Russian Revolution dismantled the Tsarist regime.(P36) They were issued by the Soviet Government. The simple design has a double headed eagle set against a swastika, at the time a symbol representing peace, rather than more sinister overtones that would come later in the 20th century. We offer this 250 roubles in VF-GVF condition.
£7.50
Russia 250 Roubles 1917 P36 EF/EF+

Russia 250 Roubles 1917 P36 EF/EF+

These 250 roubles are dated 1917, the year the Russian Revolution dismantled the Tsarist regime. (P36) They were issued by the Soviet Government. The simple design has a double-headed eagle set against a swastika, at the time a symbol representing peace, rather than more sinister overtones that would come later in the 20th century. We offer this 250 roubles in EF/EF+
£10.50
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Russia 50 Kopecks 1915 P31 EF

These Russia 50 kopecks were issued as a Treasury Small Change note in 1915 (P31) It’s fairly small. It’s a simple affair with a crowned double headed eagle as the main illustration. This motif was disbanded after the Russian Revolution which followed two years later in 1917. Available here in EF.
£4.75
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Russia 50 Kopecks 1915 P31 Unc

These Russia 50 kopecks were issued as a Treasury Small Change note in 1915 (P31) It’s fairly small. It’s a simple affair with a crowned double headed eagle as the main illustration. This motif was disbanded after the Russian Revolution which followed two years later in 1917. Available here in Crisp Uncirculated.
£8.25
Russia Russia Central Asia Turkestan 100 Roubles 1918 PS1168

Russia Russia Central Asia Turkestan 100 Roubles 1918 PS1168

After the Russian Revolution in 1917, banknotes were issued by a vast number of entities until 1922 when the Soviet Union was established and a unified currency for the whole territory was introduced. These 100 rouble notes were issued for Turkestan in 1918 (PS1168).Russian Turkestan was a region of Central Asia which today consists of the republics of Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan Tajikistan, Kyrgystan and Kazakhstan. Its capital was Tashkent. The central vignette is a double headed eagle holding three shields. The design on the back incorporates another double headed eagle and a star and crescent alluding perhaps to the Turkic speaking population. If this note ever turns up it’s just one or maybe two at a time so we were delighted when a traveller recently sold us a small group in Good Fine-VF. A scarce note.
£32.50
Russia South Russia 5000 Roubles 1919 PS419 GEF+_obv

Russia South Russia 5000 Roubles 1919 PS419 GEF+

These 5000 roubles were issued in 1919 in Southern Russia (PS419) After the Russian Revolution in 1917, many areas issued their own notes. South Russia was under the command of General Denikin and the notes were issued by the High Command of the Armed Forces. They’re quite large (9” x 4”) On one side, we find a double-headed eagle and the head of Mercury. On the back, St George stands with a shield and cityscape behind.
£11.50
Picture of Russia, 5000 Roubles, 1919 (PS419), VF condition

Russia, 5000 Roubles, 1919 (PS419), VF condition

These 5000 roubles were issued in 1919 in Southern Russia (PS419) After the Russian Revolution in 1917, many areas issued their own notes. South Russia was under the command of General Denikin and the notes were issued by the High Command of the Armed Forces. They’re quite large (9” x 4”) On one side, we find a double-headed eagle and the head of Mercury. On the back, St George stands with a shield and cityscape behind.
£5.50
George V, Straits Settlements 20c 1917 Fine_obv

Straits Settlements, George V, 20c 1917 Fine

A most unusual offering of silver coins with the portrait of a British monarch from a country that no longer exists. The Country was called Straits Settlements and its territory is now Singapore, Malaysia. It was a very important British colony in the Far East. The 20 Cent coin was struck in silver with the Monarch on the obverse. We have Five different dates of George V issues. You almost never see this coin, and we have five different dates and types! They are in Fine condition, and we will send you the best we have in stock when we get your order.
£20.00
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United States of America, Barber Dime

Charles Barber was the Chief Engraver at the Philadelphia Mint in the United States. But he was also British and most collectors don’t know that. He designed many coins from the Dime (10c) to the Half Dollar. His coins circulated from 1892 to 1916, when the designs were replaced with others. We have always found that the smallest denomination, the Dime or 10 Cents is difficult to get hold of. The coins have the bust of Liberty on one side and the denomination on the other side. They are struck in 900 fine Silver and the coins on offer are in Very Good condition, especially considering that they are over 100 years old. If you have bought the other denominations, you will certainly want to add this denomination to your collection, but supplies are limited.
£14.50
United States of America Quarter Barber

United States of America, Quarter Barber

There was a British engraver who ended up working in Washington D.C. and making all the American coins, his name was William Barber. He designed a series of coins that were used in the States from 1892-1915. We can offer the 25 Cents/Quarter from his series of American coins. These coins have been well used and they are over 100 years old. Remember a British engraver made American coins that were used for years and years. A very Limited supply.
£27.50
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World War I (George V) Penny Collection 1914-1918

One of our competitors is offering a set of World War I Pennies 1914-1918. Yes, their set comes in a smart case, but they are charging £79.50 for the collection... Also, the coins they illustrated were cleaned, they probably think that improves their appearance, but it actually depreciates their worth. Our coins are average circulated just as theirs are, but ours are natural, we have not cleaned them. We do not supply a case, on the other hand, our set is priced at £10.00 and theirs is priced at £79.50. We will not name the other company, we don't want to shame them any more than their price of £79.50 shames them already...
£9.50