購物者被告知要關注他們的零錢，以防這種難以捉摸的50便士的售價為250倍，其面值上漲了

這種罕見的硬幣一直在eBay上飆升，可能是沙發的後面

Keep an eye on your loose change incase this elusive 50p that sells for 250 times its face value crops up.

請密切關注您的寬鬆變化，而不是這種難以捉摸的50便士，其面值的銷量為250倍。

This rare coin has been soaring in price on eBay and might be down the back of your sofa.

這種稀有的硬幣一直在eBay上飛漲，可能是沙發後面的。

In 2009 the Kew Gardens coin was released to mark the 250th anniversary of the historic botanical garden in southwest London which opened in 1759.

2009年，Kew Gardens Coin發行，以紀念1759年開業的倫敦西南植物園歷史悠久的植物園250週年。

Highly prized by collectors, the celebrated Kew Gardens coin has skyrocketed in great demand since its release.

自發布以來，著名的錫花園（Kew Gardens Coin）受到收藏家的高度評價，需求量猛增。

The Royal Mint released around 210,000 copies of the coin which makes it one of the rarest coin available.

皇家造幣廠發布了大約210,000份硬幣，這使其成為最稀有的硬幣之一。

One side of the coin shows a the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse showcases the Chinese Pagoda at the Royal Botanic Gardens, surrounded by two intertwining stems.

硬幣的一側顯示了伊麗莎白二世女王的肖像，而反向在皇家植物園展示了中國寶塔，周圍是兩個交織的莖。

If you happen to stumble across a Kew Gardens 50p in your pocket, or tucked away in your glovebox, it could fetch far more than its face value.

如果您碰巧在口袋裡偶然發現了一個50便士的Kew Gardens，或者被藏在手套箱中，則可以遠遠超過其面值。

At 250 times its original value, it’s definitely one to save rather than spend.

它的原始價值為250倍，絕對是一個可以節省而不是花費的價值。

Most recently on eBay, one lucky seller attracted 20 bids on the coin before selling it for £139.

最近在eBay上，一位幸運的賣家在以139英鎊的價格出售前吸引了硬幣上的20個出價。

In the past these coins have sold for up to £700 on eBay.

過去，這些硬幣在eBay上以高達700英鎊的價格售出。

It was once considered the rarest coin in the UK, with only a limited number in circulation following its production.

它曾經被認為是英國最稀有的硬幣，生產後的流通數量有限。

Today, the title of rarest coin is believed to belong to a 50p featuring the Atlantic Salmon and bearing the King's portrait.

如今，據信，最稀有的硬幣的頭銜屬於大西洋鮭魚的50便士，並帶有國王的肖像。

What makes a coin rare?

是什麼使硬幣稀有？

One of the most common types of coins to collect are 50p pieces.

收集的最常見的硬幣之一是50便士。

This is due to their large surface area, as there is enough space to add designs to.

這是由於它們的較大表面積，因為有足夠的空間可以添加設計。

With a 27.5mm diameter, it's the biggest British coin and is used to celebrate big events like anniversaries, historical occasions, or sport fixtures.

它的直徑為27.5毫米，是英國最大的硬幣，用於慶祝大型活動，例如周年紀念，歷史場合或運動固定裝置。

During the Olympics, a range of themed 50p coins were printed - with the Aquatics 50p reaching up to an eye-watering £2,000 in auction.

在奧運會期間，印刷了一系列主題50p硬幣 - Aquatics 50便士的拍賣量達到了2,000英鎊。

This coin jumped in price due to an initial design error, which was quickly corrected, leading to very few misprints in circulation.

由於最初的設計誤差，該硬幣的價格迅速上漲，這很快就糾正了，導致發行量的錯誤很少。

Mistakes make a coin unique as they will most likely be worth more, as there a fewer of them.

錯誤使硬幣獨一無二，因為它們很可能會更有價值，因為其中少了。

Even without a design error, if a coin has a low mintage there are fewer of them in circulation and so are deemed rare.

即使沒有設計誤差，如果硬幣的鑄造量較低，則循環中的造成較少，因此被認為很少見。

By and large, the rarer the coin the more valuable they are to collectors.

總的來說，硬幣越稀有，它們對收藏家的價值就越大。

How to spot valuable items

如何發現有價值的物品

COMMENTS by Consumer Editor, Alice Grahns:

消費者編輯愛麗絲·格拉恩斯（Alice Grahns）的評論：

It’s easy to check if items in your attic are valuable.

很容易檢查閣樓中的物品是否有價值。

As a first step, go on eBay to check what other similar pieces, if not the same, have sold for recently.

作為第一步，請在eBay上檢查最近出售的其他類似作品，即使不是一樣。

Simply search for your item, filter by “sold listings” and toggle by the highest value.

只需搜索您的項目，通過“已出售清單”過濾，然後按最高值切換。

This will give you an idea of how much others are willing to pay for it.

這將使您了解其他人願意為此付出多少。

The method can be used for everything ranging from rare coins and notes to stamps, old toys, books and vinyl records - just to mention a few examples. 

該方法可用於從稀有硬幣和註釋到郵票，舊玩具，書籍和乙烯基記錄的所有內容 - 僅提及一些例子。

For coins, online tools from change experts like Coin Hunter are also helpful to see how much it could be worth.

對於硬幣而言，諸如Coin Hunter之類的變革專家的在線工具也很有幫助，可以看到它的價值。

Plus, you can refer to Change Checker’s latest scarcity index update to see which coins are topping the charts. 

另外，您可以參考更改Checker的最新稀缺索引更新，以查看哪些硬幣佔據了圖表。

For especially valuable items, you may want to enlist the help of experts or auction houses. 

對於特別有價值的物品，您可能需要尋求專家或拍賣行的幫助。

Do your research first though and be aware of any fees for evaluating your stuff.

不過，請先進行研究，並註意評估您的東西的任何費用。

As a rule of thumb, rarity and condition are key factors in determining the value of any item.

根據經驗，稀有性和條件是確定任何項目價值的關鍵因素。

You’re never guaranteed to make a mint, however.

但是，您永遠無法保證製造薄荷。

How to sell a rare coin

如何出售稀有硬幣

Handy auction websites like eBay, Facebook marketplace, or trading apps can be easy to use - but there are risks.

方便的拍賣網站，例如eBay，Facebook Marketplace或交易應用程序，可以易於使用 - 但存在風險。

Even though these sites are somewhat regulated, fraudsters may try and target sellers by asking to purchase the item and ask for money upfront for a courier.

即使這些網站受到了某種監管，欺詐者也可以通過要求購買該物品並預先向快遞員索要貨幣來嘗試定位賣方。

You might find yourself waiting for them to show up as they're only claiming to use a courier to nab some cash.

您可能會發現自己在等待它們出現，因為他們只是聲稱使用快遞員拿到一些現金。

Links, payment URLs and transaction portals sent online are also risky and it's advisable to meet up face to face.

鏈接，付款網站和在線發送的交易門戶網站也有風險，建議面對面見面。

Expert sellers sometimes recommend handling cash to limit the risk of online scams.

專家賣家有時建議處理現金以限制在線騙局的風險。

It's often advised to take your rare coins to an auction to be safe.

通常建議將您的稀有硬幣帶到拍賣中以安全。

Getting a specialist opinion through The Royal Mint's Collectors Service can help you authenticate and value your coin.

通過皇家造幣廠的收藏家服務獲得專家意見可以幫助您對硬幣進行身份驗證和重視。

Hitting the rare-coin jackpot could see you cashing in thousands if you get your hands on the right one.

如果您可以拿到合適的獎金，那麼擊中稀有的大獎可能會看到您兌現數千美元。