Numismatic Interest
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Typically double the weight and twice as thick as standard coins, Piedfort coins are coveted by collectors.
A die trial piece is a coin-like sample produced by The Royal Mint to test new coins, designs, or manufacturing techniques.
Before a coin can enter production, it must first go through a formal process governed by The Royal Mint Advisory Committee.
Coin grade shows its condition, including wear and whether it has circulated, helping determine its value when buying or selling.
A lot more goes into making the coins we all use every day than you might think.
In November 2008 a number of 20p coins were incorrectly minted, resulting in the coins being undated.
