您可能坐在一小件财富上而没有意识到这一点：稀有硬币专家突出了某些硬币的价值

一开始，这次第二次世界大战的硬币一开始看起来很普通，但是根据塔夫克斯金条的黄金商人的说法，它的状况良好可能是不必要的30,000英镑。

Coin collectors could be sitting on a small fortune without realising it, according to rare coin specialists.

稀有硬币专家说，硬币收藏家可能会坐在一小笔财富上。

They are highlighting the value of certain coins, including the 1917 George V Gold Sovereign.

他们强调了某些硬币的价值，包括1917年的乔治诉Gold Sovereign。

The WWI-era coin might look ordinary at first glance, but according to gold traders at Tavex Bullion, it could be worth an impessive £30,000 in good condition.

乍一看，第二次世界大战的硬币可能看起来很普通，但是根据塔夫克斯金条的黄金商人的说法，它的状况良好30,000英镑。

"Minted during WWI, most of these coins were melted down to settle war debts," the experts wrote in an online blog.

专家在在线博客中写道：“在第一次世界大战期间，这些硬币中的大多数都是融化的，以解决战争债务。”

"Today, they’re a testament to wartime sacrifice and economic strategy."

“今天，它们证明了战时牺牲和经济战略。”

During the war, the British government issued bonds to raise funds, with many US investors buying them and receiving interest in gold.

战争期间，英国政府发行了债券以筹集资金，许多美国投资者购买了它们并获得黄金利息。

The Royal Mint suspects that a significant amount of this gold was comprised of coins like the 1917 sovereign, although the exact amount is unknown.

皇家造金怀疑大量黄金由1917年主权等硬币组成，尽管确切的数量尚不清楚。

"It is also possible that some 1917 London sovereigns were sent to the American government to pay for war debts, as gold sovereigns were commonly used in international trade at the time," experts at the Royal Mint add.

皇家造币厂的专家补充说：“ 1917年伦敦主权人也有可能被派往美国政府支付战争债务，因为当时的黄金主权人通常在国际贸易中使用。”

"These factors contribute to the scarcity of the 1917 gold sovereign struck in London and consequently make it a highly valuable and sought-after coin among collectors."

“这些因素导致了1917年在伦敦遭受的黄金主权的稀缺性，因此使其成为收藏家中高价且备受追捧的硬币。”

If you don't have a 1917 at home, don't worry. There are plenty more coins worth searching your attic for.

如果您在家中没有1917年，请不要担心。还有更多的硬币值得您搜索您的阁楼。

Take for example a 1933 coin that recently fetched an astonishing £140,000 due to its extreme rarity, with only seven known specimens worldwide.

以1933年的硬币为例，由于其极高的稀有性，最近在全球只有七个已知的标本。

Chris Yang, Co-founder of Coins Value, previously told The Star: "In sum, scrutinise your coins, have them identified and graded professionally, and work with experienced numismatists to determine the real value of your coins so that you can sell them for the best price.

硬币价值的联合创始人克里斯·杨（Chris Yang）先前告诉《星报》：“总而言之，仔细检查硬币，对其进行专业识别和分级，并与经验丰富的钱币主义者合作，以确定硬币的真实价值，以便您可以出售它们最佳价格。

"Remember, the thrill of coin collecting isn't always about striking gold; it's about connecting with history and uncovering hidden treasures. Your old coin jar might hold more than just spare change – it could be a portal to a fascinating past."

“请记住，收集硬币的刺激并不总是关于击打黄金；这是关于与历史建立联系并揭开隐藏的宝藏。您的旧硬币罐不仅可以容纳备用零钱，而且可能是一个令人着迷的过去的门户。”

However, he also added: "If the coin you own is highly important, the best practice is to hold onto it unless the need to raise money is urgent. The better issues of these important coins gain in value over time.

但是，他还补充说：“如果您拥有的硬币非常重要，那么最好的做法是坚持下去，除非需要筹集资金是紧迫的。这些重要的硬币随着时间的推移而增长的更好问题。

"The prices of these scarce coins are subject to some uncertainty based on alterations in the overall market and economy. When selling, shop around various dealers and obtain the best price.

“这些稀缺硬币的价格会根据整体市场和经济的变化而受到一些不确定性。销售时，在各种经销商周围购物并获得最优惠的价格。

"An auction house is considered to achieve the maximum value for really spectacular pieces. Be prepared to pay a 10-20% commission on the selling price."

“拍卖行被认为是为了实现真正壮观的作品的最大价值。准备以售价为10-20％的佣金。”