Brits told to look for rare ‘Holy Grail’ UK coin worth 65 or more

Approximately one million of these coins were minted in the 1950s

Brits are being encouraged to search for an uncommon UK coin that could be valued significantly above its face value. This particular piece, dating back to 1952, might fetch upwards of £65.

The coin being discussed is referred to as a sixpence. No longer in use today, these coins represented six old pence, equivalent to one-fortieth of a pound sterling.

After decimalisation took place, they became worth two and a half new pence, before being withdrawn from circulation in 1980. Certain sixpence variants were fairly widespread and consequently hold little monetary value presently.

Nevertheless, rarer editions have become highly desirable amongst numismatists. The 1952 sixpence serves as a prime illustration of this.

In footage shared on social media platform TikTok, a specialist known as the Coin Collecting Wizard said: “Find this old sixpence to make money.

“Keep watching so you know what to look for. The pre-decimal sixpence was equal to one-fortieth of a pound sterling, or six pence sterling.

“Sixpences continued to be legal tender for a while after the currency became decimal in 1971. Coin collectors were always on the lookout for one dated 1952.”

He characterised this as a “Holy Grail” among coins owing to its limited availability. Approximately one million of these pieces were minted at the time.

“And to this day, it is still the Holy Grail of sixpences, as it was a lower mintage than all others,” he added. “So, what could it be worth? A poor-grade condition 1952 sixpence is worth about £36 and only goes up in value depending on the grade.

“Do you have this coin?” At the time of writing, one example of this particular coin was available to purchase from The Westminster Collection, priced at £65.

The website emphasised that this coin “holds a special place in history” because it was the final coin minted during King George VI’s reign.

It explained: “This 1952 sixpence is a true numismatic rarity. Struck in the final year of King George VI’s reign, it carries his last official portrait. Following his untimely passing in February 1952, minting was abruptly halted – making this the last Sixpence of his reign.”

It went on: “Just over one million coins were struck – an astonishing 98 per cent fewer than the first sixpence of his ‘Third Coinage’ in 1949. This low mintage, combined with its historical significance, ensures its place as one of the most sought-after coins of the 20th century.

“Highly sought-after coin by collectors, it’s important to consider that our allocation is extremely limited, meaning many will miss out on this opportunity.”