Rare coins can be a goldmine for collectors, especially those graced with errors. Over the past months, a number of rarities have exchanged hands for sums vastly outstripping their nominal value. A case in point is the recent sale where a rare 1p coin sporting a "unique" date was snapped up at auction for a staggering £140,000.
This just shows the potential treasures hiding in your pocket change. Focusing on £2 coins, there are three specific designs that one enthusiast believes could rake in "thousands". The TikTok user @CoinCollectingWizard, who enjoys a following of 174,100, shares daily updates and tips on which coins to watch out for.
In one of his latest videos, he highlights three particular £2 coins, advising: "Whip out those £2 coins, some of them are worth thousands.", reports the Mirror.
He points out that the 2014 coin created to commemorate the centennial of the First World War has an error variant lacking the inscription 'Two Pounds' on its edge. Launched nine years ago, this 2014 coin bears the iconic image of Lord Kitchener, best remembered for featuring in WWI recruitment posters. However, it's exclusively the edition missing the edge lettering that commands a price north of £1,000.
Meanwhile, a £2 coin that collectors are currently scrambling for resembles a "fried egg" due to a design error. The middle appears to have spilt out onto the outer rim, making it look like a runny fried egg.
If you're lucky enough to own one of these quirky coins, you could pocket upwards of £600. And in another intriguing case, a 2014 coin is causing quite a stir with its erroneous inscription on the front. This little rarity could fetch around £30 or even more, according to experts.
Wrapping up his insights, he said: "If you have this coin from 2016, these coins have the wrong inscription for King and country. This normally sells for around £30."
The revelation has taken social media by storm this week, racking up hundreds of likes and comments. One user expressed gratitude with: "Thanks for that skull one bro." Another chimed in saying: "I have the same one."
