Originally, the coins were sold for £1.09, but they now go for much more than that on occasions, with one even fetching £286 on eBay. Recently, one sold for £180.12, after attracting 21 bids on the ...

A specialist has advised Brits to keep an eye out for a scarce 50p coin that could potentially be worth up to £40,000. However, the coin must bear one of two specific dates to hold such high value.

A specialist has advised Brits to keep an eye out for a scarce 50p coin that could potentially be worth up to £40,000. However, the coin must bear one of two specific dates to hold such high value.

He explained that a 50p coin from 2023 could be worth around £80. The expert added: “Or how about the Atlantic Salmon 50 pence coin?