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Complete Euro Coin Collection
The old and the new stand side by side in this stunning display of European coins. On January 1, 2002, 12 nations joined the European Monetary Union and adopted the Euro as their only currency. When the Euro became the new currency, the old currencies of the12 nations were withdrawn from circulation and will never beused again. This 24-coin collection is one-of-a-kind in that it features one ofeach of the member nation's old coins, along with one of each member nation'snew Euro 5 cent coins. The Eurois the first common currency to be shared by different nationsin Europe. Each of the 12 European nations issues its own coins, but all coins from the member nations are legal tender in all 12 of the nations. One side of each Euro coin shares a common design, while the other depicts an exclusive national design that symbolizes that nation's culture and heritage. The 12 members of the European MonetaryUnion are: Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany,Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal andSpain. Other details include:All coins in original brilliant uncirculated conditionComes in custom color display folderIncludes certificate of authenticityAbout collectible coins Treasures from around the world -- delivered right to your door! Our large selection of collectible coin sets, proofs, ancient and uncirculated coins is perfect for both the novice and the experienced collector. HSN coin experts travel the world for the best coins - from the latest U.S. state quarters to the Widow's Mite coin, discovered during an archeological dig in the Middle East. Most coins include a Certificate of Authenticity that validates the coin's origin and condition.
