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A 2017 five pence coin featuring a broadstrike minting error recently sold for £28 on eBay. The sale highlights how manufacturing defects and rarity can significantly increase the market value of standard currency for specialized collectors.
Summary based on Western Telegraph article
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5 outlets · 5 articles · first seen 12 Jun 2026, 10:54 · last updated 15 Jun 2026, 09:24
The coverage prioritizes educational consumer advice and the technical explanation of the production error over broader economic or political implications.
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Rare Royal Mint coin sells for 560 times its value as design 'escapes' edgeWestern Telegraph