![]() ![]() ![]() "Values for coins tend to vary every now and then and it could be that demand for 50ps has gone up because we're seeing less change used right now because of coronavirus," explained Alexandra Fiddons at coin expert ChangeChecker. The coin, which commemorates the 1066 Battle of. Pubs and restaurants to get fast-track approval for outdoor serviceĮxperts say its sudden rise in popularity could be attributed to people using less cash due to the pandemic, but the reasons for its rocketing price remain a mystery with some still listed at £2. A 12-month-old 50p coin has been listed for an eye-watering £2 million on eBay - and its not even classed as rare, experts say.UK economy drops in biggest fall since 1979."*VERY RARE AND CIRCULATED* Collectable 2016 Battle of Hastings 1066 50p Coin," the listing explained.Ī total of 41 bids were received. The 50p coin, which the seller admits has been in circulation for several years, was listed with an opening price of £1,500, which quickly rose to £61,100 in 10 days. The Kew Gardens coin is still the rarest with just 210,000 in circulation. It currently ranks second place on ChangeChecker's scarcity index scale, alongside Paddington Bear at the Station and Roger Bannister 50p coins Its value has risen in the last two years when it was considered the 25th-rarest 50p currently in circulation. It was created to remember the day when King Harold II was defeated by. Some 50p coins are rarer than others - and could be worth a lot more as a result (Image: Getty Images) The Battle of Hastings 50p coin is one of the most sought after in circulation, but its not technically rare.
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