The British twenty pence (20p) coin is worth £0.20.
However, some 20p coins can be worth significantly more to collectors depending on factors like:
- Year of Minting: Certain years, like the first year of issue (1982), or years with lower mintage numbers might be more sought after by collectors. The 1982 Silver Piedfort 20p, for example, is considered a significant collector’s item due to its rarity, with only 10,000 minted.
- Errors in Minting: Some of the most valuable 20p coins are those with errors, such as:
– Undated 20p (2008): In 2008, around 250,000 20p coins were minted without a date due to a mix-up with the old and new designs. These “mule” coins can be worth £50 to £200 or more.
– Bronze 20p (1987): Some 20p coins were accidentally struck on bronze blanks intended for 1p coins in 1987, making them extremely rare. One sold for £1,400 in 2023.
– Blank 20p: A minting error can leave one side of the coin completely blank. One of these sold for £430 on eBay.
- Commemorative and Special Issues: Special edition 20p coins from places like the Isle of Man and Guernsey can also be collectible. Examples include:
– Isle of Man Rally 20p: Can sell for £5 to £11.
– Guernsey Milk Can or Bailiwick of Guernsey 20p: Typically fetches £1 to £4.
- Condition of the Coin: The condition of a coin significantly impacts its value, with higher grades (like uncirculated) generally being worth more.
- Do not clean the coin as this can decrease its value.
- Consult a reputable coin dealer or expert for an accurate valuation.
- Check online resources like [Wise] for lists of valuable 20p coins and their estimated worth.
- Review recent completed and sold listings on eBay or other online marketplaces to see what similar coins have been selling for.
Which 20 pence coin is valuable?
I can help with that. The dateless 20p coin is now worth around £50 to £100. Making it a great collectible 20p. Some unscrupulous individuals tried to sell normal versions of the 20p, by taking photos of both old and new coins, whilst others even attempted to file the date off.
What is the value of 20 pence?
Thanks for asking. The British decimal twenty pence coin (often shortened to 20p in writing and speech) is a denomination of sterling coinage worth 1⁄5 of a pound.
Is a 20 pence coin silver?
They issued a Proof Set of the then-current 1996 coins but, every coin was struck in Proof Sterling Silver. You have the 1p, 2p, 5p, 10p, 20p 50p and £1 all struck in Proof Sterling Silver. Here we present the 20p.
What makes a 1982 20 pence coin rare?
From my experience, They only issued 10,000 pieces so the 1982 Silver Piedfort 20p with the Machin bust is a very important type coin, a one year only type coin and one that should be in every collection. Unfortunately with a mintage of just 10,000 coins there are far more collectors than coins available.