Rare 2012 London Olympics 50p coin could be worth £2k – see if you own one
01.06.2024 - 10:07
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Coins can turn out to be incredibly valuable, with some fetching a pretty penny when sold.
The Royal Mint, which produces the bulk of UK coinage, has certain coins more valuable than others. Experts advise always checking your collection as you might unknowingly possess a small fortune.
Now a TikTok user highlighted a particular 50p piece. The account @CoinCollectingWizard, which shares insights into rare coins and boasts 136,800 followers, recently discussed the Aquatics coin from the London 2012 Olympics series issued in 2011.
Although millions of these coins were minted, the rarity lies in a version where the swimmer's face is obscured by water lines.
Finding this distinctive variant could mean it's worth up to £2,000 if you're looking to sell. The TikToker explained: "There were many of the pieces released in 2011, but this edition with the lines make it a rare coin to find. Not many have been found."
The video has since attracted a flurry of likes and comments. One viewer commented: "I have exactly like this one but in Kenya." Another simply stated: "Got one."
A third shared: "I've got one but not the rare one like the hen's teeth, not many around."
In search of other rare coins? Luckily for you, we recently revealed the six coins which could make you rich, starting with one piece worth an eye-watering £250.
In a video, titled "Rare 50p coins in your change", they advised: "First – the 2017 Royal Shield 50p, this has a mintage of 1.8million, and an uncirculated condition is worth £7, while a circulated is £1.
"Next up is the Jemima Puddleduck 50p from 2016, this has a mintage of 2.1million. An uncirculated version can fetch up to £15, while a circulated one is £8.
"My favourite design is the Issac Newton 50p, it's