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Atlantic Salmon 50p From 2023 Draws £100 Listings

Viral resale interest signals a short‑term price surge driven by perceived scarcity.

Overview

  • The coin, highlighted by UK news reports on Thursday, has recent eBay examples listed and reported around £100.
  • Issued in 2023 with King Charles III’s portrait, the Atlantic Salmon design benefits from first‑year buzz that makes many collectors hold rather than spend finds.
  • A TikTok video from a coin enthusiast drew more than 750 likes, with comments from users saying they own one or cannot find one in change.
  • Royal Mint spokesperson Rebecca Morgan said finding special designs like the Atlantic salmon in everyday change is a win for collectors.
  • No official mintage or formal rarity has been cited, so current prices reflect anecdotal marketplace listings that can move quickly.