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Rare botanical treasures to make history bloom at ‘museum without boundaries’
As a tribute, her husband, William Butt, later completed her sketches, creating the rare 1884 book that ended up helping ...
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How Much Are the Crown Jewels Worth—And Who Owns Them Now?
The British crown jewels are worth even more money ... replacing the crown made for Queen Victoria in 1838. The golden, jewel-encrusted scepter has been a staple of coronations since Charles ...
The Mirror27d
One rare British coin is worth £72,000 - here's how to check if you have one
Ever tossed aside loose change without thinking twice? One particular British coin may make you wish you hadn't, with the potential to fetch a hefty sum. Such a remarkable coin is none other than ...
New York Post28d
John Lennon honored on UK ‘imagine’ coin to mark what would have been is 85th birthday
John Lennon is being honored in a specially minted British coin collection to mark the year the Beatles great and peace advocate would have turned 85, the Royal Mint said Friday. The coin ...
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John Lennon honored on UK coin collection in what would have been his 85th year
John Lennon is being honored in a specially minted British coin collection to mark the year the Beatles great and peace advocate would have turned 85, the Royal Mint said Friday.The coin ...
The Sun10d
Rare 50p coin sells for more than 240 times its face value – check how to know if you’re sitting on a goldmine
is one of the most sought-after pieces among coin collectors. The Royal Mint, the official maker of British coins, regularly puts limited edition pieces into general circulation. In some cases ...
Liverpool Echo18d
Unique gold coin signed by The Beatles' Paul McCartney sells for $600,000 at auction
The unique gold 5kg piece realized a total price of $600,000, now ranking as one of the most valuable modern British coins ever sold. Article continues below It took over 250 hours to make ...
Rare British coin 'worth £72,000' sparks hunt despite 'only a handful' in existence - could you have one?
And its worth has been on an upward trajectory. This coin was sold for £40,000 in 2004 and rose to £45,000 within just two years. READ MORE: New Turkey travel advice issued as British tourists told ...
Daily Express28d
Rare 50p coin with tiny mistake listed for eye-watering £25,000 - check your pockets
The coin, which features the image of the beloved children's character Peter Rabbit, was part of a series marking the first time a fictional animal appeared on a British coin. It was initially ...
Worcester News6d
How do I get my old coins valued? Get Royal Mint advice
The Royal Mint urges anyone with coins of an unknown value to call on their expert team. The website explains: “We have an authentication and valuation service for British coins made by The Roy ...
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eBay: Royal Mint rarest coins as 20p coin sells for £232
Its 27.5mm diameter makes it the largest of any British coin, and allows space for decorative pictures. It has often been used to celebrate big events over the past 50 years of British history.