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Daily Record
16-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
£2 coin minted in 1996 worth more than £1,500
There are thought to be thousands out there, so it could be well worth checking your change A £2 coin minted in the 90s has been valued at more than £1,500 - so it could be worth checking your loose change. The gold coin was issued by the Royal Mint in 1996 to celebrate the 10th European football championship, Euro '96, hosted in England. The tournament featured matches in eight major cities: Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham, and Sheffield. Although hosting, England's journey ended in the semi-finals. Meanwhile, Germany clinched the title with a 2-1 win over the Czech Republic at Wembley, in a gripping final. Almost 30 years later, it is estimated there are still thousand of these commemorative £2 coins around. Experts at Bullion By Post explain: "The 1996 £2 proof gold coin was produced by the Royal Mint to mark the European Football Championships that year. It was the first time England had hosted a major tournament since 1966 when they won their one and only World Cup trophy. "The two pound gold coin - sometimes referred to as the Double Sovereign - contains 14.63 grams of gold. 2,098 of these coins were produced by the Royal Mint." Sculptor John Wills is the artist behind these distinctive coins, which prominently display a football motif and the year '1996' at their centre. The reverse features a youthful portrait of the late Queen Elizabeth II. Coin fans can now obtain one of these highly desirable pieces from dealer Chards for £1,523.94. However, certain variations have previously been listed on eBay, selling for as much as £1,996 and £2,990, according to the Mirror. There are many other coins that fetch much more than their face value, too. Take, for instance, a rare 1933 piece that recently sold for £140,000. Only seven are known to exist worldwide. However, keep in mind that a coin's worth varies depending on its condition. Chris Yang, Co-founder of Coins Value, previously told The Star: "In sum, scrutinise your coins, have them identified and graded professionally, and work with experienced numismatists to determine the real value of your coins so that you can sell them for the best price. "Remember, the thrill of coin collecting isn't always about striking gold; it's about connecting with history and uncovering hidden treasures. Your old coin jar might hold more than just spare change – it could be a portal to a fascinating past."
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Iowa House passes measure legalizing psilocybin use
Iowa lawmakers are moving forward with a proposal to legalize the use of psilocybin, a hallucinogenic chemical produced by psychedelic mushrooms, for psychiatric treatment through a program similar to how the Hawkeye State handles medical cannabis. The state House voted 84-6 on Monday to advance legislation that would create a psilocybin licensing board within the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services. The legislation now goes to the state Senate for further consideration. The House-approved bill would create a panel of experts to set up a framework to offer psilocybin as a treatment option for people with certain mental health conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It would limit its use to 5,000 patients who are at least 21 years old and only allow it to be administered in clinical environments with psychiatric support. The bill would not legalize recreational use. State lawmakers who supported the measure cited the benefits that it could provide for military veterans, law enforcement officers and others prone to PTSD. State Rep. John Wills (R), a military veteran who handled the bill on the floor Monday, said he had researched the use of psilocybin and cited work from the Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research that showed the drug's effectiveness for treating people with PTSD. A recent study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found more Americans are embracing the use of psilocybin, which is also used to treat depression and substance use disorders. The drug isn't approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), but several states have moved to decriminalize it or allow it in treatment settings, like the Iowa proposal. 'I will tell you, right now the only option these veterans have, the only option these people with PTSD have, is to be on mind-altering, life-altering drugs for the rest of their lives,' Wills said on the House floor. 'I'm a scientific type of guy … this stuff actually works.' Republicans hold majorities in both the House and Senate in Iowa, but it's unclear when the Senate may take up the proposal. A spokesperson for Gov. Kim Reynolds (R) didn't immediately respond to The Hill's request for comment on her position. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Hill
22-04-2025
- Health
- The Hill
Iowa House passes measure legalizing psilocybin use
Iowa lawmakers are moving forward with a proposal to legalize the use of psilocybin, a hallucinogenic chemical produced by psychedelic mushrooms, for psychiatric treatment through a program similar to how the Hawkeye State handles medical cannabis. The state House voted 84-6 on Monday to advance legislation that would create a psilocybin licensing board within the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The legislation now goes to the state Senate for further consideration. The House-approved bill would create a panel of experts to set up a framework to offer psilocybin as a treatment option for people with certain mental health conditions, including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). It would limit its use to 5,000 patients who are at least 21 years old and only allow it to be administered in clinical environments with psychiatric support. The bill would not legalize recreational use. State lawmakers who supported the measure cited the benefits that it could provide for military veterans, law enforcement officers and others prone to PTSD. State Rep. John Wills (R), a military veteran who handled the bill on the floor Monday, said he had researched the use of psilocybin and cited work from the Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research that showed the drug's effectiveness for treating people with PTSD. A recent study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found more Americans are embracing the use of psilocybin, which is also used to treat depression and substance use disorders. The drug isn't approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), but several states have moved to decriminalize it or allow it in treatment settings, like the Iowa proposal. 'I will tell you, right now the only option these veterans have, the only option these people with PTSD have, is to be on mind-altering, life-altering drugs for the rest of their lives,' Wills said on the House floor. 'I'm a scientific type of guy … this stuff actually works.' Republicans hold majorities in both the House and Senate in Iowa, but it's unclear when the Senate may take up the proposal.
