Which fifty pence pieces are worth money?
Top 10 most valuable 50p coins
- Kew Gardens (2009), 210,000.
- Olympic Wrestling (2011), 1,129,500.
- Olympic Football (2011), 1,161,500.
- Olympic Judo (2011), 1,161,500.
- Olympic Triathlon (2011), 1,163,500.
- Peter Rabbit (2018), 1,400,000.
- Flopsy Bunny (2018), 1,400,000.
- Olympic Tennis (2011), 1,454,000.
Are old 50p coins worth anything?
The 50p, being half a pound, had the same value as the bank note (there used to be 20 shillings to the pound). The larger old 50p coins on this page have been demonetized and cannot be spent, but they can however be exchanged for current coins or paid into UK bank accounts.
How do I know if my 50p is rare?
YOU can spot the rarest coins in circulation on The Royal Mint’s website. The change experts reveal exactly how many 50ps, 20ps, £2 coins, and more are out there with official mintage figures for each design. A low mintage figure means a rare coin.
Is a 1969 50 pence coin worth anything?
The Royal Mint puts 120m new 50p coins into circulation on 14 October 1969, which at the time was the biggest ever issue of a new coin – giving it almost zero rarity value. On eBay, 1969 50p coins can be bought for as little as 75p.
Which is the most valuable 50 pence coin?
the Kew’s Garden 50p
The Royal Mint has revealed the most valuable 50p coin, ahead of the 1971 decimalisation’s golden anniversary. The rarest is the Kew’s Garden 50p, which was designed to mark the 250th anniversary of the gardens in 2009. Only 210,000 coins were ever minted with this design.
What is the 2nd rarest 50p coin?
the Olympic football design
Mintage figures from 2020 show the Olympic football design is the second rarest 50p coin in circulation, with 1,125,500 produced.
Why is 1997 50p coin valuable?
As well as its rare mintage, there is another catch that makes this coin so rare. According to The Mirror, the EC 50p was stamped on an older design of the 50p coin that was taken out of circulation in 1997- so you won’t find one in your spare change.
How much is a 1988 50p worth?
50 Pence Dublin Millenium Coin Value
| Year & Version | Mintage | MS63 |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 5,000,000 | $3.00 |
| 1988 Proof | 50,000 | – |
What are the top 5 rarest 50p coins?
Top 10 most valuable 50p coins, according to Royal Mint
- Kew Gardens (2009), 210,000.
- Olympic Wrestling (2011), 1,129,500.
- Olympic Football (2011), 1,161,500.
- Olympic Judo (2011), 1,161,500.
- Olympic Triathlon (2011), 1,163,500.
- Peter Rabbit (2018), 1,400,000.
- Flopsy Bunny (2018), 1,400,000.
- Olympic Tennis (2011), 1,454,000.
Why is the 1997 50 pence rare?
How much is the old 1973 50p worth?
Versions of the coin can be obtained for around £2.50 on sites such as eBay, whilst proof versions, often in a presentation box, can be purchased for around £7-£10.
What are the different types of fifty pence coins?
Coin prices vary greatly and are dependant upon coin condition and scarcity. Most fifty pence coins were released either circulated, uncirculated (BUNC), Silver Proof or Gold Proof. Recent new releases have seen a trend towards issuing a plain BUNC and a coloured BUNC (pad printed decal stickers applied).
How much is a 50p coin worth?
This can be used as a guide when buying, selling or swapping on Facebook – buyer pays a little less than on eBay, seller receives a bit more. A quick search online will have you believing that the rare 50p coin you have just found in your change is worth hundreds or even thousands of pounds.
Can I buy the Queen’s 50p coin in change?
These coins won’t appear in change as they are only available to buy as packaged Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) coins. * The 2015 BU coin featured the 4th portrait of the Queen by Ian Rank-Broadley on the obverse. There was also no demonination on this version of the 50p.
What are the rarest 50p coins in circulation?
What 50p coins are rare? Here is the list of the top 10 rarest 50p coins in circulation. Do you have one? Check your change! Kew Gardens 50p (210,000) Football 50p (1,125,500) Wrestling 50p (1,129,500) Judo 50p (1,161,500) Triathlon 50p (1,163,500) 2018 Peter Rabbit 50p (1,400,000) Flopsy Bunny 50p (1,400,000) Tennis 50p (1,454,000)