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A rare error £2 coin that has never been seen by experts is being sold online via eBay for £2000.
The coin was originally minted and released in 2022 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the FA Cup.
As is the case with all £2 coins, this coin is bi-metallic with a standard gold-coloured ring around a silver-coloured centre.
However, this rare coin has accidentally been minted with one type of metal, making it appear one colour.
The Royal Mint marks 150 years of football’s legendary FA Cup with a new coin range in silver and gold #facup #coins #footballhttps://t.co/SHzsexjz6h pic.twitter.com/cU07Q6uWgV
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The commemorative coin features a depiction of the FA Cup trophy and has the dates 1871-1872 and 2021-2022.
It is also being sold in its original Royal Mint packaging, increasing the value of the incredibly rare item.
The owner has listed the £2 coin on eBay and given it an asking price of £2000.
The description of the coin reads: “Rare Mono Error Coin 2022 FA Cup £2 Royal Mint Coin Bunc.
“Rare error straight from the mint this mono £2 coin is basically all gold missing the silver bit. Never seen another.”
Collin Bellamy, owner of the Coin Hunter website said of the FA Cup item: “I think it’s a great find – single metal £2 coin errors are very rare.
“What adds to the appeal here is the subject matter and the fact it passed inspection at The Royal Mint to be sealed in a pack and sent out to a customer.”
Coins made with mistakes are often very valuable due to how rare they are.
However, a warning has been issued over fakes with hunters being told to do their research before handing over cash.
The Royal Mint has been contacted to comment on the rare find.
