How Much Is The Sherlock Holmes 50p Worth?
As one of the most iconic literary characters in British history, it’s only fair that Sherlock Holmes is commemorated in a suitably British way. 2019 not only marked 160 years since the birth of author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle but also saw the character given pride of place on a 50p coin – but how...
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A Guide to the Alphabet A-Z 10p Coins
The Alphabet 10p coins are in tribute to everything great about Great Britain. Please use the list below to learn more about each of the 26 coins, including how much they could potentially be worth on the secondary marketplace. Please note that the Historical price exampless have been taken from the average of past sold...
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How Much Is A 1996 Football £2 Coin Worth?
The 1996 Football £2 coin is a favourite amongst collectors due to its unique design and the fact that it is an ‘old style’ £2, but how much is the coin worth today? Regular base-metal versions of the coin sell for between £5 and £7 according to sold listings on eBay in 2022, but uncirculated...
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When was the first decimal coin issued in the UK?
The Decimalisation Association campaigned for decimalisation from 1841 onwards but it wasn’t until more than a century later that it was finally introduced. Decimal Day officially took place on 15th February 1971. From this day onwards, the traditional pounds, shilling and pence were no longer used in either jurisdiction. Instead, shillings were abolished and the...
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Can You Use Guernsey Currency In The UK?
Despite being located off the coast of Normandy, Guernsey is part of the British Channel Islands but is a self-governing British dependency. As such Guernsey has the authority to use its own currency: the Guernsey pound – but can you spend Guernsey currency in the UK or is it only used in Guernsey itself? While...
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British Crown Coins: Types, Values and Identification
A British crown can refer to several different coins and commemorative issues. The denomination and date alone are not enough to establish a value. What affects a crown’s value? Check the date, monarch, design, metal, finish, condition and whether the coin is a circulating-era issue or a commemorative crown. Silver and Proof examples must be...
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How Much Do UK Coins Weigh?
The current UK coins used in everyday change weigh from 3.25g for a 5p to 12g for a £2. The table below gives the Royal Mint specifications for the eight circulating denominations. Denomination Weight (g) Diameter (mm) Thickness (mm) 1p 3.56 20.3 1.65 2p 7.12 25.9 2.03 5p 3.25 18.0 1.70 10p 6.50 24.5 1.85...
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Florence Nightingale £2 Coin: Is It Rare Or Worth Anything?
The Florence Nightingale £2 commemorates one of the most important women in British history and celebrates the excellent quality of care provided by nurses to this day. Having been released into circulation in 2010, collectors have had plenty of time to get their hands on this coin, but is the Florence Nightingale £2 coin rare...
READWhat To Do With Your Old Coins And Banknotes
Currency within the UK changes fairly frequently leading to coins and banknotes being taken out of circulation. When this happens, the Bank of England will usually give a set time period for people to exchange their old currency for the new coins or notes that are being released. But what happens if you miss this...
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How Much Is A 10-Shilling Note Worth?
The 10-shilling note was introduced in 1928 due to the mounting pressure on gold reserves due to World War 1; but how much is a 10-shilling note worth today? In 2022, 10-shilling notes sell for around £3.50 on average according to values on eBay but this can vary greatly depending on the condition of the...
READHow Many 50p Coins are There? 2022 Complete Guide
Since being released into the UK’s currency system in 1969 as part of decimalisation, the reverse of the 50p coin has seen many different designs. The coin has become synonymous with the commemoration of important British figures and historical moments. With over 70 individual designs, the 50p coin is highly collectable and the British public...
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How to get uncirculated coins UK
The best place to buy uncirculated coins in the UK is from the Royal Mint, based in Wales, which produces many coins in brilliant uncirculated(BU) condition. The Royal Mint is also in charge of producing all coinage for the United Kingdom, and if you’re more interested in circulating coins you can check out our blog...
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