Rarest 20p and 50p coins – including 'most sought-after' design worth hundreds

Checking your hidden stash at home is a must as you never know what treasures are hiding there.

Whether it's old cards or , certain things can bag you an absolute fortune without realising. Now over on , user @CoinCollectingWizard revealed three specific designs you need to keep an eye on.

From a London Olympics 2012 coin to a design from 2023 which has officially overtaken the Kew Gardens 50p, owning any of these pieces could guarantee you quite the jackpot. The clip starts with a voiceover showing "two weeks of saving silver coins".

In the post, the person added: "How much do you think we have saved? Do you know the rare ones to look for?" Next up, the TikTok user, who has 208,000 followers, unveiled an iconic coin which features an error on the front.

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He said: "If you find an Aquatic 50p error coin with lines over the face, it could be worth a small fortune. A small handful of this original design was put into circulation but it was then adapted very quickly to show the face above the water.

"With so few of the original design out there, it's meant the coin's value has been pushed up significantly. This 20p is known as the undated 20p mule error.

"Considered by many as one of the 'holy grails of UK change', collecting the undated 20p is always at the top of any coin collectors' wish list. £50 if you find this beauty."

Finishing off the post, he concluded: "And finally, the Atlantic Salmon 50p worth £100, the coin has now officially overtaken the Kew Gardens 50p which had a mintage of 210,000 when it was introduced in 2009.

"And now the 2023 Atlantic Salmon 50p is the most sought-after 50p in circulation." Since the video was posted, the video racked up hundreds of likes and some comments. One said: "Two weeks, wow really?" Then another added: "You've done a good job."

How to find a rare coin in your wallet:

Coins with limited mintage are often in circulation, so it's always best to check your change for anything unusual before spending it. You should also look for coins in places which are not often occupied, like abandoned houses and beneath bridges.

Using a metal detector could also help you strike gold after we revealed the in the dirt. It's also worth joining a coin swap community and hiring an expert who could value your gems for you.

Alternatively, make sure you have a glance at auctions or even as some of the rarest coins are usually selling there. We've seen quirky designs flog for hundreds and even thousands online.

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