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Written by Joe Trewick August 15, 2022

1988 Royal Shield Gorringe £1 Coin

Add a special design of a very rare and valuable round pound coin to your collection. The 1988 Royal Shield Gorringe £1 coin is the only Derek Gorringe design on the round pound. But, that’s not the only thing that makes it worth collecting. How Much Is The 1988 Royal Shield Gorringe £1 Coin Worth?...

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Written by Joe Trewick August 15, 2022

Oak Tree £1 Coins

Coin collectors looking to complete a four-part floral emblem £1 coin set will definitely want to have this coin as part of their collection. The Oak Tree £1 coins are the last in a 4-part series of coins that represented portions of the UK with a floral emblem design on the reverse of the coin....

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Written by Joe Trewick January 13, 2023

2005 Menai Bridge £1 Coin

The 2005 Menai Bridge £1 coin is an ‘old style’ £1 that was removed from circulation in 2017. Some of these old £1 coins can be highly valuable, so let’s waste no time and jump into the specifications of the coin to see whether it is worth anything or rare. How Rare Is The 2005...

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Written by Joe Trewick August 15, 2022

The Three Lions £1 Coins

Complete your collection of the fourth £1 coin in the 4-part series of coins that feature a heraldic emblem by Norman Sillman. These three lions £1 coins represent England. How Much Are The Three Lions £1 Coins Worth? As with any coin, the Three Lions £1 Coins will be worth more or less depending on which year the...

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Written by Joe Trewick August 15, 2022

The Dragon £1 Coins

Complete your heraldic emblem collection with this Dragon £1 coin. It is the second issue of a four-part series of coins designed to represent Wales as one of the four constituent countries of the United Kingdom. What makes this dragon coin a must-have for collectors? How Much Are The Dragon £1 Coins Worth? A specific...

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Written by Joe Trewick August 15, 2022

1994 Lion Rampant £1 Coin

Any collector will be happy to add a 1994 Lion Rampant £1 coin to their collection. It is considered the tenth rarest £1 round Coin and represents Scotland. Look for the 1994 Lion Rampant coin on eBay for a quick and easy place to find coins. Just make sure you do your homework, so you are sure...

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Written by Joe Trewick August 15, 2022

The Celtic Cross £1 Coins

Add the Celtic Cross £1 coin to your collection, especially if you are looking to complete the 4-part series of round pound coins. It is the third in a 4-part coin series depicting heraldic emblems and is considered to be the 18th rarest £1 coin in circulation. How Much Are The Celtic Cross £1 Coins Worth?...

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Written by Joe Trewick August 15, 2022

2004 Forth Railway Bridge £1

Celebrate transportation and pathways of progress by adding the complete 4-part bridges series of round pounds to your collection. Add one of the specially designed £1 coins that symbolize bridges and pathways Start with this 2004 Forth Railway Bridge that represents Scotland as one of the four countries that are part of the United Kingdom. How...

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Written by Joe Trewick January 12, 2024

2006 Egyptian Arch Bridge £1: Is It Rare Or Worth Anything?

The 2006 Egyptian Arch Bridge, often referred to simply as the 2006 £1 coin, is part of the four-bridges £1 coin series – but how much is it worth today? According to eBay, a circulated Egyptian Arch Bridge £1 sells for an average of £2.12 in 2022. Uncirculated versions can sell for much more, with...

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Written by Joe Trewick August 15, 2022

The Thistle £1 Coins

Coin collectors looking to complete a four-part set will definitely want to have this coin as part of their collection. The Thistle £1 coin is the first in a 4-part series of coins that represent portions of the UK with a floral emblem design on the reverse of the coin. Let’s look at what else makes...

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Written by Joe Trewick August 15, 2022

The Leek £1 Coins

Add the Leek One-Pound Coin to your collection to complete a floral emblem set. The Leek £1 coin, representing Wales, is the second in a 4-part series of coins that represent portions of the UK through a floral design intertwined in the Royal Diadem. The coin’s reverse design is the work of a silversmith named Leslie...

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Written by Joe Trewick August 15, 2022

The Flax Plant £1 Coins

Northern Ireland is part of the United Kingdom, so it’s only fitting that a coin would represent its beauty. For coin collectors, the Flax Plant £1 coin is the third in a 4-part series of coins that represent portions of the UK with a floral emblem design. The coin’s reverse design is the work of a silversmith,...

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