This set includes a mix of circulated and almost uncirculated coins, and the coins in your set may vary from the specific coins pictured.  The countries for some of the coins may not even still exist (example: if your set includes coins from both East and West Germany, these would count as two separate countries for the purposes of the set, even though these two countries later combined into a single country).  All coins are low denomination, and may even be no longer legal tender in their country (for example, as France has converted to the Euro, a 5 Centime coin is no longer accepted for payment).   These coins demonstrate the changing nature of our world - countries split and merge, and currencies change.

This variety of coins is also perfect to start a new world coin collection with a diverse range of pieces from numerous countries. Each coin offers a unique glimpse into the history and culture of the respective nations.