A highly sought-after 50p coin is now the rarest in active circulation
It's increasingly important to sift through your loose change - you might unknowingly possess a small fortune worth significantly more than its face value. The latest coin causing a buzz among collectors and on social media is a 50p piece featuring a portrait of King Charles III.
They further emphasised the coin's significance, as reported by the Mirror, stating: "This is an exciting day in the world of coin collecting as the Atlantic Salmon coin takes the crown from the almighty Kew Gardens 50p which held the title for the past 15 years." The latest craze among coin collectors is the 2023 Atlantic Salmon 50p, now coined as the most coveted 50p in circulation. It's seen an overwhelming interest on eBay and within coin groups, with prices soaring high but seeming to stabilise at around £100.
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