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Some 145 million old-style £1 coins still haven't been returned to the Royal Mint, more than 18 months after they went out of circulation – here's how to make them spendable again. 
16 August 2019
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For the first time in decades, the Royal Mint didn't produce any new 1p or 2p coins in 2018. 
8 August 2019
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Some 169 million old £1 coins have yet to be returned to the Royal Mint nearly nine months after they went out of circulation – here's how to make them spendable again.
8 August 2018
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James Bond, fish and chips, a full English breakfast and the Loch Ness Monster are all featured on a new collection of 10p coins, which are available from today.
1 March 2018
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Many parking and self-service machines across the country have stopped accepting the old £1 coin – even though it is still legal tender until the middle of next month.
29 September 2017
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When was the last time you checked your loose change? You could have an "incredibly rare" 50 pence piece that's attracting bids of up to £310 on eBay.
21 February 2014
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A new 20p coin could be worth at least £50 if there’s no year printed on it. Some estimates suggest these coins could be worth £300.
29 June 2009

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