WW1 Set of 4 Proof Full Sovereigns Limited Edition

World War I Commemorative Sovereign Set – Limited to 499 Worldwide

Issued to mark the centenary of the end of the First World War in 2018, this exclusive collection of four sovereigns brings together powerful designs that commemorate the beginning, the sacrifice, and the armistice that ended the conflict. With only 499 sets struck, it represents a highly sought-after tribute to those who served.

Key Features:

• Struck in 22-carat gold to sovereign standard

• Limited edition of 499 sets worldwide

• Features designs issued in 2014 and 2018 to reflect the centenary of both the start and end of the war

• Presented as a complete four-coin sovereign set

Coin Designs:

• 2014 "Christmas Truce" Coin – Celebrates the legendary 1914 truce, when soldiers from both sides paused to play football on the battlefield.

• 2014 "Kitchener Recruitment Poster" Coin – Based on Alfred Leete’s iconic wartime poster “Your Country Needs You.”

• 2018 "Victoria Cross" Coin – Displays the silhouette of Britain’s highest military honour, awarded for exceptional gallantry.

• 2018 "Armistice" Coin – Shows soldiers marching home in victory, with a polished "V" at the top symbolising 11 o’clock, the moment peace was declared on 11 November 1918.

Historical Significance:

Each year, on Armistice Day, we honour those who served with a two-minute silence—one minute for the fallen, and one minute for the families left behind. This set captures that enduring legacy, offering a lasting tribute to courage, sacrifice, and peace.