11 rare pennies that could be worth a fortune - with one flogging for £200,000

Certain rare coins can command a fortune, with some fetching thousands of pounds. The world of rare coins has become increasingly captivating in recent months – and for good reason.

A King Charles 50p coin, deemed the "rarest ever", recently caused a sensation among collectors eager to get their hands on one. But the buzz isn't limited to just the latest releases, reports Lancs Live.

TikTok aficionado @CoinCollectingWizard, who has racked up a whopping 211,000 followers, took to social media to highlight a selection of old pennies that could be quite lucrative if spotted. His video, which garnered substantial attention online, spotlighted 11 specific coins he describes as being "worth money".

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Curious about which ones could be lining your pocket or squirreled away at home? Keep reading for the details...,

Here are the old pennies worth a pretty penny:

• 1950 penny between £30 and £70

• 1918 penny with a KN mint mark between £30 and £600

• 1875 H penny between £100 and £3,000

• 1933 penny over £200,000

• 1919 KN penny up to £2,000

• 1951 penny between £50 and £100

• 1912 with a H mint mark around £5

• 1902 with a low tide worth a whopping £500

• 1894 penny around £160

• 1882 over £200

• 1918 in great condition is over £150

According to the TikTok user, these pennies are the ones to watch. He concluded: "So make sure to save this video and reply with a comment on what date you have.

"It's also worth noting the value of these coins depends on certain factors, especially the condition of the coin. Find a penny and pick it up all day long."

How to identify a rare coin in your pocket:

You can always check the mintage, as the number of coins minted is a key factor in determining its worth. This can be done by checking on the Royal Mint website.

Secondly, you could utilise the Change Checker Scarcity Index which amalgamates mintage information with other data. Subsequently, consider using apps like CoinSnap that use AI to identify coins and ascertain their collector value.

It's also crucial to inspect the condition of the coin as those in mint condition are typically more valuable than worn pieces. Lastly, seek advice from an expert.

They can refer to a rare coin retail price guide from PCGS.com or NGCcoin.com.