A RARE 50p coin has sold online for a huge £165 – more than 300 times its face value. The Blue Peter Olympic 50p piece sold on eBay after sparking a fierce bidding war, with 24 bids placed.

The quarter debuted in 1796 after the Mint Act of 1792, but production paused until 1804 due to low demand. Over time, there have been seven basic designs, with the Washington quarter introduced ...