New 50p coin is the 'rarest' in circulation - and it could be worth up to £50

The Atlantic Salmon 50p was released as part of the national celebrations for King Charles III's Coronation year

A new 50p coin has been unveiled as the rarest in active circulation, dethroning the iconic Kew Gardens piece.

TikTok user @CoinCollectingWizard, who boasts 205,000 followers, recently shed light on the rare coin in a video.

According to the enthusiast, the Atlantic Salmon 50p coin is now the scarcest, with only 200,000 minted.

He said: "With only 200,000 of these, this is an exciting day for coin collecting. It takes the crown from the all-mighty Kew Gardens 50p coin which held the title for the past 15 years.

"Launched at the tail end of 2023, the Atlantic Salmon 50p was released as part of the national celebrations for King Charles III's Coronation year.

"This coin has now officially dethroned the Kew Gardens 50p, which had a mintage of 210,000 when it first came out in 2009."

The enthusiast also mentioned how the Atlantic Salmon 50p is currently the top dog among 50p pieces in terms of demand.

He added: "The coin has already started to gain attraction on eBay and other coin groups. And the price is skyrocketing, so keep an eye out for the new rarest 50p you can find in your change."

The expert's insights quickly sparked a flurry of excitement, with his video racking up nearly 700 likes as followers eagerly hit the comments section.

One enthused collector remarked: "My daughter has two of these," prompting the advice: "Excellent, keep them safe."

Another couldn't contain their eagerness, saying: "Really excited, can't control myself here." A third added: "So exciting, great video."

If you're in possession of the sought-after Atlantic Salmon 50p coin, it would be wise to consult an expert for appraisal. Meanwhile, eBay listings show that this rare find could fetch upwards of £50.