The back of the Battle of Hastings 50p coin was created by designer John Bergdahl four years ago. It currently ranks second place on ChangeChecker's scarcity index scale, alongside Paddington Bear at the Station and Roger Bannister 50p coins. "*VERY RARE AND CIRCULATED* Collectable 2016 Battle of Hastings 1066 50p Coin," the listing explained. "That said, there are other Battle of Hastings 50p coins on eBay selling for £2, so do your research." See our guides on rare 50p coins and other special denominations, here.

Source: Daily Mirror June 29, 2020 13:51 UTC