Rare Coins Hiding in Your Pocket: UK Numismatist Reveals Valuable Finds

Rare UK Coins Could Be Hiding in Your Pocket Change In a recent video posted online, CoinCollectingWizard highlighted several valuable UK coins that can be found in circulation. The video focuses on three key coins: the Kew Gardens 50p, the 1983 two pence coin with the old 'New Pence' wording, and the 2002 Commonwealth Games £2 coin. The presenter claims these coins are quite rare and can sell for significant amounts, from £150 to over £1000 depending on the coin's condition and rarity. "This 1983 two pence coin is such a rare find," said the CoinCollectingWizard in his video, "but it can easily sell for over £1000." The video shows examples of the coins and explains that the rarity of the 1983 two pence coin stems from a minting error where the older wording was used. The Kew Gardens 50p is rare due to its limited mintage. The 2002 Commonwealth Games £2 coin's value varies depending on the region depicted. The Northern Ireland version is especially valuable. The video encourages viewers to check their change and Royal Mint sets for these potentially valuable coins. The video's popularity suggests a significant public interest in numismatics and the potential for unexpected financial discoveries in everyday life.