These old pennies could net you a tidy sum if you happen to find any

Certain rare coins can fetch a hefty sum, with some potentially selling for thousands. Over the past few months, rare coins have been a hot topic

Rare coins can be incredibly valuable, with some fetching thousands of pounds when sold.

Over the past few months, rare coins have been a hot topic, and it's easy to see why.

Recently, a King Charles 50p coin, believed to be the "rarest ever", made headlines as collectors scrabbled to get their hands on one.

But it's not just the new releases making waves.

TikTok user @CoinCollectingWizard, who has racked up 211,000 followers, recently showcased a series of old pennies that could net you a tidy sum if you happen to find any.

In a post that garnered plenty of attention online, he listed 11 coins that are "worth money".

Fancy finding out which ones to keep an eye out for? Scroll down below...

Here are the old pennies that are worth a pretty penny:

According to the TikTok user, these pennies are the ones to watch out for.

He concluded: "So make sure to save this video and reply with a comment on what date you have.

"It's also worth noting the value of these coins depends on certain factors, especially the condition of the coin.

"Find a penny and pick it up, all day long."

How to identify a rare coin in your pocket:

You can always check the mintage, as the number of coins minted is a key factor in determining its worth - this can be done by checking on the Royal Mint website.

Secondly, you could use the Change Checker Scarcity Index, which combines mintage information with other data.

Finally, consider using apps like CoinSnap, which use AI to identify coins and work out their collector value.

It's also important to note the condition of the coin, as those in mint condition are usually worth more than worn pieces.

And lastly, you can get it checked out by an expert.

They can consult a rare coin retail price guide from PCGS.com or NGCcoin.com.