Category : Search result: Spanish colonial coins


300-year-old Spanish coins found on Florida beach

A Florida beachcomber's routine stroll turned into a historic discovery when he unearthed a trove of 18th-century Spanish silver coins, believed to be from a 1715 shipwreck revealed by recent hurricane activity.

Rare Kew Gardens 50p sells for £122,000

A stunningly rare 2009 Kew Gardens 50p coin has shattered records, fetching an incredible £122,000 at auction - discover why this tiny piece is Britain's most sought-after coin

Montserrat citizens denied UK justice access

Exclusive investigation reveals how British citizens in Montserrat are being systematically denied access to UK courts, sparking accusations of constitutional injustice and second-class citizenship.

Million-pound coin haul found off Florida coast

Divers discover rare Spanish colonial coins worth over £1 million in spectacular underwater find along Florida's famous Treasure Coast, rewriting history one coin at a time.

Tourist's 24-Hour Spanish Extreme Adventure

Discover how an ambitious traveller embarked on an extreme day trip through Spain, visiting multiple cities and landmarks in a whirlwind 24-hour adventure that redefines fast-paced tourism.

Amanda Holden & Alan Carr's Spanish Villa Available to Book

The breathtaking Mallorcan villa transformed by TV stars Amanda Holden and Alan Carr on their hit show 'The Spanish Villa' is now open for bookings. Discover this luxurious retreat with its infinity pool, stunning sea views, and celebrity design touches.

Rarest £1 Coin: Kew Gardens Tops List Until 2025

A treasure hunt is underway as the Royal Mint confirms the 2010 Kew Gardens £1 coin will retain its crown as the UK's rarest coin until at least 2025. Discover why this tiny piece is worth a small fortune.

Rare 50p Coins In Circulation Worth Up To £150

Check your change! Three specific 50p coins currently in circulation are fetching up to 20 times their face value from collectors. Discover which ones to look out for and how much they could be worth.

Rare 1p Coin Sells For Astonishing £127,000

A seemingly ordinary 1p coin, minted with a unique error in 1983, has just sold at auction for a staggering £127,000, making it one of the most valuable modern coins in the UK.

Royal Mint to Produce Official Monopoly Currency

The Royal Mint partners with Hasbro to create legal tender Monopoly-themed coins and banknotes, phasing out the classic paper money in a historic move for the iconic board game.

Spain's Coolest City Revealed - It's Not Barcelona!

Forget the crowds of Barcelona! A new study reveals a lesser-known Spanish city that's officially the country's coolest place to live, offering a perfect blend of culture, affordability, and Mediterranean charm.

Rare Kew Gardens 50p coin sells for astonishing £6,800

An extremely rare Kew Gardens 50p coin has been sold for a staggering £6,800 at auction, making it one of the most valuable modern coins in circulation. Discover why this tiny piece of change is a numismatic superstar.

Rare UK Coins Worth a Fortune: Check Your Change

Discover the rare and valuable coins hiding in your pocket. From the Kew Gardens 50p to the Olympic football 50p, our guide reveals the UK's most sought-after coins that could be worth thousands.

Uniqlo's 'Plantation' Tennis Tournament Sparks Hawaii Outrage

Japanese clothing giant Uniqlo faces mounting criticism for sponsoring a tennis tournament held at a Hawaiian resort still named 'Plantation', with activists calling the term a painful reminder of the island's oppressive colonial past.

Swinney Slams Westminster's 'Colonial' Attitude

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney accuses the UK Government of a 'colonial' approach, undermining devolution and bypassing Holyrood on key policies in a major constitutional clash.

Rare misprinted 20p coin could be worth £200

A rare 20p coin featuring a unique and subtle misprint from the Royal Mint is now highly sought after by collectors, with some versions selling for nearly £200 online. Discover how to spot this valuable error in your pocket change.

UK Floods Submerge Yorkshire, Colonial Artefacts Returned

A visual roundup of Tuesday's major events: severe flooding disrupts northern England, a historic gesture sees Benin Bronzes repatriated, and tensions rise at a UK immigration centre, all captured in striking photography.

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