A rare 20p coin, lacking a date on either side, has been discovered and is generating buzz among collectors. This ‘undated 20p’ is considered a ‘holy grail’ for collectors and could fetch a hefty price, with some selling for around £50 on eBay. The Royal Mint confirmed the error, but the exact number of these coins in circulation is unknown, with estimates suggesting no more than 250,000.
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A gold proof version of the iconic Kew Gardens 50p coin is causing a stir on TikTok, with collectors eager to get their hands on this rare piece valued at £7,000. The coin, which was released in 2009 to commemorate the 250th anniversary of Kew Gardens, is considered the ‘holy grail’ of coins and has seen its value skyrocket in recent years.
A TikTok video has sparked a coin-hunting frenzy after revealing that a rare 1983 two pence coin could be worth a staggering £1,000. The video, posted by @CoinCollectingWizard, explains that the coin is a rare error coin that was minted with the inscription ‘New Pence’ instead of ‘Two Pence’. The video has already racked up thousands of likes and comments, with many users eager to check their loose change for the valuable coin.
Check your loose change, as you might be sitting on a potential fortune! The Benjamin Bunny 50p coin, released in 2017 as part of the Beatrix Potter series, has recently gained attention due to a rare minting error that could make it exceptionally valuable. This particular error occurs when the design on the coin is facing the wrong way, leaving the Queen’s head misaligned on the obverse side. This type of error is worth significantly more than the coin’s face value, making it a highly sought-after collectible. Keep your eyes peeled for this rare find, as it could be lurking in your pockets or hidden among your loose coins.
A Reddit user recently inherited a box of old coins from their grandfather and sought advice from the community on what to do with them. The coins were mostly quarters from the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. The user was advised to avoid cleaning or polishing the coins as it could damage their value and to have them appraised by professionals to determine their worth.