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The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Ultra-rare pattern on 50p coin means it's sold for an enormous £2,500 – do you own one?
A COMMEMORATIVE 50p coin has sold for a whopping £2,500 because of an ultra-rare pattern. Coin hunters should check their collections to see if they have snatched up one of the treasures. After a bidding war, the coin was snagged for £2,552 and had five bids in total. The coin was released for the late Queen's Platinum Jubilee in 2022. It was first 50p ever made to mark a royal event. The heads side of the coin features The Queen on horseback, while the tails face shows the number 70, marking how long Her Majesty had been ruling for. The coin's design was personally been given the nod by the Queen. Around 1.3million of the celebratory coins were made available on "limited release". News of the 50p coin was first revealed by the Royal Mint, exciting collectors. Postmaster Umesh Sanghani, who has run Dedworth Green Post Office in Windsor for 23 years with wife Rashmita, said at the time: "We have had many customers coming into our Post Office to check that we are going to get the special 50p coin. "They don't want to miss out on this souvenir." Other versions of the seven-sided 50p coin are among the most collectable and it's the first time a royal event has appeared on the tail side of the coin. Rare 50p coins can often sell for hundreds of pounds and far more than their face value. Their value is based on how many are available and demand, and if collectors are keen to get their hands on one this can push up the price. What makes a coin more valuable? Mintage figures are generally what collectors look at to work out its value. Low mintage makes it rare which often means it is more valuable, but that's not the only thing. Coin website Change Checker looks at how many of the coins have been collected by its members which shows how easy they may be to find (or not), and ranks them regularly. The experts also track the number of times a design has been requested as a swap over the previous three months, showing the current level of collector demand. While these indexes don't necessarily correspond to value, it can be an effective indicator. Coins with errors like a misprint can also be worth more than face value. A rare error on a 5p coin means it sold for £161 - more than 3,000 times its original value. 3
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Specific error on ultra-rare 50p coin means it's sold for 150 times more than its value – is there one in your pocket?
A 50p coin with a specific error has sold at auction for a whopping 150 times its original value. The rare coin was minted with a mistake which makes it very valuable to collectors. 3 It was sold for £315.16 following an online bidding war between six bidders hoping to nab the rare coin. The Olympic swimmer 50p has one tiny mistake that boosts its value more than 100 times. Part of the London Olympic commemorative collection the minting error appears on the tails face of the 50p. Without the minting error the coin is only worth its face value. The rare 50p sold at auction depicts an Olympic swimmer mid stroke with water passing around their head. Minted ahead of the London Olympics it is one of 29 commemorative designs created for the games. When it was minted in 2011 a minor mistake was made resulting in a batch of the coins being slightly different to the others. Most of the coins show a swimmer with a clear, smooth face but around 600 were affected by an error that makes them super rare. On the rare version of the coin the wave lines pass through the swimmers face giving the smooth image a ridged texture. Collector's editions of the coins could have the rare misprint and fetch a much higher price. Coins with low mintages and errors are more valuable because there are less of them in circulation. The rarer a coin is the more valuable it becomes to collectors. What makes a coin rare? One of the most popular types of coins to collect are 50p pieces. This is because of their large surface area, as there is enough spaces to add new and intricate designs on. With a 27.5mm diameter, it's the biggest British coin and is used to celebrate big occasions, anniversaries, and historical events. Errors make a coin unique which means they will most likely be worth more, as there a fewer of them. Even without a misprint, if a coin has a low mintage there are fewer of them in circulation and so are deemed rare. As a general rule of thumb, the rarer the coin the more valuable they are to collectors.
The Sun
25-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
‘Rare' 50p coin of King Charles is being sold for 150,000 times its value on eBay – have you checked your pockets?
A RARE King Charles III 50p coin has made waves in the collector's market after selling for an astonishing £75,000 on eBay. This sought-after 2022 piece, which celebrates the King's first year on the throne, was sold for the staggering amount. 2 The item features the Royal Coat of Arms on the reverse and was listed by the seller from Fareham, Hampshire. It was nabbed by the deep-pocketed buyer for 150,000 times its face value at £75,086.72. "This 50p coin features Prince Charles, the heir to the British throne, as King III," the product's description wrote. "Minted in the United Kingdom in 2022, this coin is a must have for any collector of British coins. "While the reverse side features the Royal Coat of Arms. "The coin is part of the decimal coinage series and is a great addition to any collection of British coins." What other rare coins should you look out for? One of the most collectable coins is the 50p. Among the most valuable of these is the Kew Gardens design, which was created in 2009. Only 210,000 of these special coins were made. According to The Royal Mint, the Kew Gardens 50p has become one of the most talked about collectors coins in the last 15 years. All Americans to see major change coming to their cash after key policy change – and it will change grocery prices One recently sold on eBay for £157. Other 50ps to look out for are the Olympic designs. These were released by the Royal Mint in 2011 to celebrate the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Some are more rare than others, but all are becoming increasingly difficult to find in your change. What should you do if you find a rare coin? It's worth remembering that a rare coin is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. They might be happy to pay more if it will complete their collection, for example. The Royal Mint has said it is unable to comment on the value of any individual coin so it is best to consult a coin dealer. You can do this by contacting the British Numismatic Trade Association. If you want to get an idea of how much your coin is worth, you can look online to see what it's sold for previously.
Daily Mail
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Rare 50p coin of King Charles is selling for more than £75,000 on eBay as collectors scramble to win auction
A rare 50p coin featuring King Charles III is selling for over £75,000 on eBay as eager collectors scramble for the royal memorabilia. The commemorative coin, dating back to 2022, bears the image of the then-new monarch on one side and the Royal Coat of Arms on the reverse. It is being sold for a staggering 150,000 times its face value at £75,086.72. Listed on an online marketplace by a seller in Fareham, Hampshire, the sought-after piece comes with a delivery fee of £8.75 – a modest cost compared to its jaw-dropping price tag. In its listing, the seller hails the coin as a 'must-have' for royal watchers and collectors, writing: 'This 50p coin features Prince Charles, the heir to the British throne, as King III. 'Minted in the United Kingdom in 2022, this coin is a must have for any collector of British coins. While the reverse side features the Royal Coat of Arms. 'The coin is part of the decimal coinage series and is a great addition to any collection of British coins.' The seller continues to pitch the coin as a 'perfect gift' for fans of the Royal Family and British history, calling it a 'limited edition' item that would bolster any collection. In its listing, the seller hails the coin as a 'must-have' for royal watchers and collectors, writing: 'This 50p coin features Prince Charles, the heir to the British throne, as King III 'It is a perfect gift for anyone who is a fan of the royal family or British history. Get your hands on this limited edition coin today,' the listing says. And it's not the only 50p making waves online – similar coins are listed on eBay for upwards of £50,000, as collectors race to get their hands on rare pieces minted during the early days of King Charles' reign. Experts have urged would-be buyers to proceed with caution, reminding coin enthusiasts that while some coins are indeed rare and valuable, inflated prices online don't always reflect true collector value. It comes after a rare 50p coin featuring Queen Elizabeth II and Benjamin Bunny was listed on eBay for £100,000 last week. The item, which was listed on the online marketplace by a seller in Leicester, was described as a 'coveted piece' from the Beatrix Potter collection. It dates back to 2017 and is part of the second series of coins commemorating the British author's 150th anniversary. Designed by engraver Emma Noble, the coin features the mischievous fictional bunny, who can be seen wearing the 'Tam O' Shanter' hat borrowed from Mr McGregor's scarecrow. On the reverse is Queen Elizabeth, with Jody Clark the last engraver to create a coinage portrait of the late monarch. It was listed for £100,086.72, and the seller said posting costs will be covered. Make sure the coin is legitimate and not counterfeit. The Royal Mind states around one in every four old £1 coins were thought to be fake. The Royal Mint can confirm whether a coin is real or not and will supply you with a letter to confirm this. If the coin is real, you can either sell it through a coin dealer, at auction or on eBay.
Daily Mail
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Rare 50p coin of Queen Elizabeth is selling at over £100,000 on eBay as collectors scramble to buy it
A rare 50p coin featuring Queen Elizabeth II and Benjamin Bunny has been listed on eBay for £100,000. The item, which was listed on the online marketplace last week by a seller in Leicester, was described as a 'coveted piece' from the Beatrix Potter collection. It dates back to 2017 and is part of the second series of coins commemorating the British author's 150th anniversary. Designed by engraver Emma Noble, the coin features the mischievous fictional bunny, who can be seen wearing the 'Tam O' Shanter' hat borrowed from Mr. McGregor's scarecrow. On the reverse is Queen Elizabeth, with Jody Clark the last engraver to create a coinage portrait of the late monarch. The seller's description reads: 'Delve into the enchanting world of Beatrix Potter with the Benjamin Bunny 2017 50 pence coin, a coveted piece from the beloved author's collectable series. 'Minted in the United Kingdom during the era of Elizabeth II, this rare coin is a treasure for both numismatists and Potter enthusiasts. 'Its intricate design and its significance as a part of a much-celebrated collection make it a noteworthy addition to any collection. 'Struck in Great Britain, this coin not only represents a piece of British heritage but also serves as a charming tribute to the enduring tales of Beatrix Potter. 'The coin's denomination is 50p, a testament to its value and the careful craftsmanship that went into its creation. 'Collectors and fans alike will appreciate the detail and the historical context that this piece offers.' It is listed for £100,086.72, but the nearest offer will be considered. The hefty sum also ensures no delivery fee will be required as the seller says posting costs will be covered. Elsewhere, Britain's official maker of coins, The Royal Mint, are selling the coin for £8 with the guarantee of a certificate of authenticity. They say the coin serves as a 'meaningful gift' or as the 'perfect gateway into coin collecting'. The first iteration of the Beatrix Potter series entered circulation in 2016, marking 150 years since her birth. The original collection features household favourites such as Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle-Duck, Mrs Tiggy-Winkle and Squirrel Nutkin. A coin solely commemorating the author was also released, which Britannia Coin Company are selling for £195.
