Rare 50p Coin Featuring Sir Isaac Newton Could Be Lurking in Your Spare Change

Coin enthusiasts are buzzing with excitement over a rare 50p piece that's been hailed as the "most popular" in circulation, and it could be lurking in your spare change.

Coin enthusiasts might want to check their spare change as a rare 50p piece has been hailed as the "most popular" in circulation and could be worth a small fortune.

TikTok influencer @CoinCollectingWizard, who boasts an impressive 210,500 followers, has highlighted this particular coin, which features Sir Isaac Newton.

The coin was released in 2017 and could be worth more than mere shrapnel if it exhibits unique characteristics, reports The Express.

In a widely-shared clip, @CoinCollectingWizard said: "This 50p could have an error making it valuable. The Sir Isaac Newton 50p is one of the most popular 50p's in circulation, shortly after it was issued in 2017.

"What you are looking for is for the obverse to have several extra lines across Queen Elizabeth's portrait. If your coin has these lines, then congratulations you have found it."

He continued: "This is thought to be an error caused during the striking process, a result of what is known as a dye clash.

"Interestingly, the extra lines aren't grooves scratched into the surface of the coin. But rather whiskers standing slightly proud of the surface. Although we don't know for sure how many of these error coins are in circulation, they're thought to be extremely rare.

"They've even been listed on the secondary market for more than 100 times face value."

If you suspect you have a rare coin in your possession, there are several steps you should take.

Primarily, seek a professional valuation, which will consider factors such as rarity, condition, and historical significance. Institutions like the Royal Mint offer free valuations.

Additionally, conducting your own research into the coin can provide valuable insights into its rarity, history, and potential value.

There are numerous resources available, including books, websites, and guides, to assist you in learning more about your coin.

Do you think you have this rare coin tucked away in your pocket?