First World War Coins

Explore our collection of First World War coins, issued by The Royal Mint to commemorate the centenary of the Great War (1914–1918), one of the most significant conflicts in modern history. This extensive multi-year series honours the events, people, and sacrifices of the First World War, from the outbreak in 1914 through to the Armistice in 1918.

The collection includes a range of UK commemorative £2 coins, £5 coins, silver proofs, gold proofs, and brilliant uncirculated editions, each released as part of The Royal Mint’s official WWI centenary programme. Designs in the series highlight key themes such as the outbreak of war, naval and aerial warfare, trench warfare, medical heroism, and the final Armistice.

Notable releases include the 2014–2018 £2 coin series featuring designs by leading Royal Mint engravers, as well as special premium editions such as piedfort silver proofs and low-mintage gold proof coins. Many of these issues were produced in strictly limited numbers, making them highly desirable among collectors of military and historical UK coinage.

This series is widely regarded as one of the most important modern commemorative programmes issued by The Royal Mint, combining historical storytelling with exceptional minting craftsmanship.

Whether you collect British military coins, Royal Mint £2 series coins, or World War I memorabilia, the First World War coin collection represents a powerful tribute to a defining moment in global history.