Four rare coins worth eye-watering fortune – with one selling for £10k

Some coins hold an eye-watering value without you even realising it.

According to TikTok user @CoinCollectingWizard, who boasts a whopping 207,000 followers, there are four old coins that could be worth a small fortune.

In a video where he warned people against cleaning their coins, he detailed the 1949 Brass Three Pence, which has a mintage of 464,000 and can fetch between £9 and £700, depending on its condition.

He also highlighted the 1905 Half Crown with a mintage of 166,008, which could be worth anywhere between £450 and £10,000. The 1854 Four Pence Grout, with just 11,880 ever minted, has a value of £230 to £2,000.

Lastly, the 1851 One Shilling, with only 470,071 made, can sell between £100 and £2,000. After detailing the coins, he urged collectors to keep an eye out for these rare finds.

His post garnered hundreds of likes and numerous comments. One user quipped: “Do not upset the wizard,” while another revealed: “I have many coins from the UK.”

How do I find rare coins in my wallet?

Coins with limited mintage often find their way into circulation, so it’s always a good idea to check your change for anything unusual before spending it. You might also want to look for coins in less frequented places, such as abandoned houses and under bridges.

Using a metal detector could help you strike gold and oining a coin swap community, as well as hiring an expert to value your finds could also be beneficial.

Alternatively, keep an eye on auctions or even eBay, where some of the rarest coins are often sold. We’ve seen unique designs sell for hundreds and even thousands online.

In other rare coin news, we previously revealed the rare penny coin worth hundreds. The same TikTok user detailed the special kind that could hold significant value.