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Scottish Sun
27-06-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
Can you spot the rare coins worth up to £1,127 – how many do you have in YOUR wallet?
We have hidden five rare coins in the below picture worth a total of £1,127 BURIED TREASURE Can you spot the rare coins worth up to £1,127 – how many do you have in YOUR wallet? Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CAN you spot these rare coins that could be worth up to £1,127. In the picture below we can all see a range of loose change, but do you know which coins could be worth hundreds of pounds? Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 Can you spot the rare coins worth a total of £1,127 A coin is usually regarded as rare if a limited amount of the piece was released to the public or if it has an unusual marking or error. These features can drive up demand from sellers, meaning they may be willing to pay a high price for it. What is a rare coin? Coins are only worth what someone else is willing to pay for it - but some are rarer than others. This is to do with how many coins have been produced, those with lower mintages are usually worth more money. Error coins - which are ones that have mistakes - are also worth more because they are rare. You can check how rare a coin is by looking at Change Checker's Salacity Index latest scarcity index. The next step is to take a look at what has been recently sold on eBay or a recent auction. Experts from the coin collecting website recommend looking at "sold listings" to be sure that the coin has sold for the specified amount rather than just been listed. People can list things for any price they like, but it doesn't mean they will sell for that amount. You can scroll to the bottom of the story to see which coins are rare and below we explain each one - and how much they could be worth. Five 50ps that could earn you thousands 2002 Commonwealth Games £2 coin Northern Ireland - £29.16 7 The 2002 Common Wealth coin is a rare find In 2002, four different designs of this £2 coin were created to commemorate the Commonwealth games. But the Northern Irish version is the rarest with research by Change Checker revealing on 485,000 in circulation. To spot this coin, look for a moving figure holding a banner above their head and the flag of Ulster. Finding this rare £2 coin could help you fetch nearly £30. One seller managed to flog the coin for £29.16 in April after 13 bids. 1983 'New Pence' Error 2p 7 1983 New Pence error coin can be sold for over £700 This coin minted in 1983 has become extremely valuable due to an error made during its redesign. That year, The Royal Mint had begun transforming the "new pence" coin into the "two pence". But a number of these coins were struck with the old "new pence" inscription. These coins can be found in old commemorative sets, such as the Great British 1983 Coin Collection released by Martini & Rossi. Condiment maker Heinz also released a similar set which included the coin. These sets can sell for hundreds of pounds on eBay. On May 11, one of the sets produced by Martini & Rossi was flogged for £721.25 after 46 bids. Atlantic Salmon 50p - £132 7 The coin is one of the rarest pieces in the UK Research by Change Checker found only 200,000 of these coins have entered circulation, making it one of the rarest coins in the UK. To spot this coin look for a portrait of Charles III on the front, while the back of the coin will show an Atlantic salmon leaping from the waves. The group said only around one in 335 people in the UK could have the chance of snagging one. And it appears collectors are prepared to pay a pretty penny for one of these coins. On June 22, one of these coins sold for £132.08. Kew Gardens 50p - £140 7 The Kew Gardens coin is a rare find To spot this coin, look for a leafy fine on the reverse of the coin wrapped around a Chinese pagoda. The front of this design will feature an image of the late Queen Elizabeth II. There will also be the engraver's initials, Ian Rank-Broadley. Around 210,000 of these coins are in circulation making you very lucky if you stumble across one. Recently one of these coins was sold on eBay for £140 after 28 bids. 2008 undated 20p coin - £56 7 The coins is missing a date making it a rare find What you need to look for is a 20p coin that is missing the 2008 date on the "heads" side. Usually coins are dated on the "tails" side but that year, the Royal Mint decided to move the date to the opposite side. A manufacturing error by the Royal Mint in 2008 meant that only around 250,000 coins were printed with this unique error. But spotting this error could help you fetch up to £56, according to recent bidding activity on eBay. 7 The coins that are circled red are the most valuable Do you have a money problem that needs sorting? Get in touch by emailing money-sm@ Plus, you can join our Sun Money Chats and Tips Facebook group to share your tips and stories
Rhyl Journal
23-04-2025
- Business
- Rhyl Journal
eBay: Rare Queen Elizabeth 2p coin selling for over £30,000
The item is listed on the online marketplace for over 1.5 million times its face value and appears to be a regular 2p coin. With Queen Elizabeth II on the back, the coin dates back to 1971. The description of the item reads: 'The 1971 New Pence British 2p coin is a highly sought-after item for collectors. The other side of the coin. (Image: eBay) "This rare coin from Great Britain features the RB colour and was minted in the United Kingdom. "It is a valuable addition to any coin collection. "It's an extremely good offer that will hold more value over the years." It is listed for £30,086.72 or the best offer while delivery is priced at £8.35 for the coveted item, which is located in Oxford. Similar rare 50p coins are listed on eBay for whopping profits, with some on for as much as £50,000.
Scottish Sun
22-04-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
The exact year to spot on ultra-rare 1p coin worth £200,000 at auction
Plus find out how to sell rare coins COINING IT The exact year to spot on ultra-rare 1p coin worth £200,000 at auction COLLECTORS are being urged to check their change as an ultra-rare 1p coin could be worth a life-changing sum. A TikTok user recently showcased the rare penny coin in a video, claiming it is one of the "rarest and most valuable" British coins. Advertisement 1 The rare coin could fetch an eye-watering £200,000 The coin is believed to be worth a jaw dropping £200,000 at auction. But you'll have to check your pennies carefully as the odds of finding one are extremely slim. The penny in question is a 1933 stamped 1p coin. Only a handful were ever made – just six or seven, according to experts. Advertisement Back in 1933, the Royal Mint didn't issue any pennies for circulation because there were already plenty in use. Instead, a small number were specially struck for ceremonial use, including to be buried under church foundation stones or government buildings. One was laid beneath the University of London's Senate House, where it still remains today. Another was stolen from a Leeds church in the 1970s and has never been recovered. Advertisement The 1933 penny is often called the 'Holy Grail' of British coins and is so rare that most collectors will never even see one in their lifetime. The coin features King George V on one side and Britannia seated on the other. Rare £2 coin In 2016, a proof version of the coin sold for £72,000, while other reports suggest examples have gone for well over £100,000, depending on their condition. Coin experts warn that fakes are common and many people mistakenly think they've found one, when they're actually holding a far more common 1936 penny. Advertisement Experts say anyone who believes they may own a genuine one should get it properly authenticated by a trusted coin dealer or auction house. With demand from collectors showing no signs of slowing, rare coins like the 1933 penny continue to soar in value meaning this humble 1p could be worth a fortune. But if you don't score lucky with this one, there are other coins to look out for. In fact, just recently, an ultra-rare 1p coin from 1954 has appeared at auction with a reserve price of £90,000, and experts reckon it could go for as much as £120,000. Advertisement Another TikTok user, known for coin-collecting content, showcased the elusive penny in a viral video, calling it one of the "rarest and most mysterious" British coins ever made. Other coins are raking in big money, too, including a 2p with the wording "New Pence" instead of 'Two Pence', which can sell for around £1,000. Some 2012 Olympic 50p coins featuring a cartoon-style high jumper have gone for £142 to £216, while a rare misprint with horizontal lines has been snapped up for £3,000. Even certain £2 coins with a cat design could fetch over 100 times their face value, so it might be worth checking your pockets. Advertisement Selling your rare coins A coin's condition and mintage will affect its value, so it's important to do your homework first. If you've got a potentially rare coin that you would like to sell at auction, you can contact The Royal Mint's Collectors Service. It has a team of experts who can help you to authenticate and value your coin. You will need to enquire via email, and a member of the valuation team will get back to you. Advertisement Take a picture of your coin and attach it to the email - you can find all the details on The Royal Mint's website. If you're selling on eBay, be vigilant about scammers. If you're feeling uneasy about the deal, meet the seller in person in a public, safe place so you know you are not being conned.
The Sun
22-04-2025
- General
- The Sun
The exact year to spot on ultra-rare 1p coin worth £200,000 at auction
Maleeha Katib Published: Invalid Date, COLLECTORS are being urged to check their change as an ultra-rare 1p coin could be worth a life-changing sum. A TikTok user recently showcased the rare penny coin in a video, claiming it is one of the "rarest and most valuable" British coins. The coin is believed to be worth a jaw dropping £200,000 at auction. But you'll have to check your pennies carefully as the odds of finding one are extremely slim. The penny in question is a 1933 stamped 1p coin. Only a handful were ever made – just six or seven, according to experts. Back in 1933, the Royal Mint didn't issue any pennies for circulation because there were already plenty in use. Instead, a small number were specially struck for ceremonial use, including to be buried under church foundation stones or government buildings. One was laid beneath the University of London's Senate House, where it still remains today. Another was stolen from a Leeds church in the 1970s and has never been recovered. The 1933 penny is often called the 'Holy Grail' of British coins and is so rare that most collectors will never even see one in their lifetime. The coin features King George V on one side and Britannia seated on the other. Rare £2 coin In 2016, a proof version of the coin sold for £72,000, while other reports suggest examples have gone for well over £100,000, depending on their condition. Coin experts warn that fakes are common and many people mistakenly think they've found one, when they're actually holding a far more common 1936 penny. Experts say anyone who believes they may own a genuine one should get it properly authenticated by a trusted coin dealer or auction house. With demand from collectors showing no signs of slowing, rare coins like the 1933 penny continue to soar in value meaning this humble 1p could be worth a fortune. But if you don't score lucky with this one, there are other coins to look out for. In fact, just recently, an ultra-rare 1p coin from 1954 has appeared at auction with a reserve price of £90,000, and experts reckon it could go for as much as £120,000. Another TikTok user, known for coin-collecting content, showcased the elusive penny in a viral video, calling it one of the "rarest and most mysterious" British coins ever made. Other coins are raking in big money, too, including a 2p with the wording "New Pence" instead of 'Two Pence', which can sell for around £1,000. Some 2012 Olympic 50p coins featuring a cartoon-style high jumper have gone for £142 to £216, while a rare misprint with horizontal lines has been snapped up for £3,000. Even certain £2 coins with a cat design could fetch over 100 times their face value, so it might be worth checking your pockets. Selling your rare coins A coin's condition and mintage will affect its value, so it's important to do your homework first. If you've got a potentially rare coin that you would like to sell at auction, you can contact The Royal Mint's Collectors Service. It has a team of experts who can help you to authenticate and value your coin. You will need to enquire via email, and a member of the valuation team will get back to you. Take a picture of your coin and attach it to the email - you can find all the details on The Royal Mint's website. If you're selling on eBay, be vigilant about scammers. If you're feeling uneasy about the deal, meet the seller in person in a public, safe place so you know you are not being conned.
