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The Great 50p Swindle
For some time now the circulation 50p coin has been the bane of numismatists lives the country over. Mention you collect coins to anyone and you'll soon be met with tales of the 'rare' 50p coin they've got tucked away thats worth thousands! Sadly we are here to expose the swindle that has been allowed to proliferate through gutter rags the length and breadth of the country. Get yourself comfortable dear listener for some uncomfortable truths. Photo courtesy of The Royal Mint

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