Coins in your pocket could be worth far more than their face value, with some rare designs fetching tens of thousands of pounds. A special Brexit 50p coin recently sold for £21,000 online, highlighting the potential hidden value in everyday change.
Coin experts advise looking for unusual designs, mistakes, or low mintage numbers, as these factors can make a coin highly sought after by collectors. The Kew Gardens 50p, with only 210,000 minted in 2011, is currently the rarest in circulation and can sell for around £156 on eBay, sometimes reaching £200.
Other valuable coins include the World Wide Web 10p, which recently sold for £10.50, and the Commonwealth Games Northern Ireland £2 coin, worth about £80. The scarcity index from Change Checker tracks the rarest 50p, 10p, and £2 coins currently in circulation.
To sell a valuable coin, you can use auction sites like eBay or consult a professional from the British Numismatic Trade Association, who can sell on your behalf. Most coins, however, are only worth their face value, so it's worth checking carefully before spending them.
