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The 2025 Bee £1 – The UK’s Current Rarest Coin?
** UPDATE 22/09/25 **
It’s now been announced that a further 8.84 million 2025 Bee £1 coins are being released into circulation, meaning it’ll actually have a circulating mintage of 9,010,000. This still means that the 2025 Bee £1 is the second rarest 12-sided £1 coin currently in circulation, behind the 2022 Nations of the Crown £1 with a mintage of 7,735,000.
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The 2025 Bee £1 is set to be the UK’s rarest pound coin currently in circulation! In fact, as of this moment, the 2025 Bee £1 is even rarer than both the Salmon and Kew Gardens 50ps!
The Royal Mint has confirmed that 30.855 million new £1 coins are entering circulation across the UK. The release includes:
- 23.29 million of the final £1 coins featuring Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
- 7.565 million coins bearing the portrait of His Majesty King Charles III, of which just 170,000 are new 2025-dated Bee £1 coins.
That makes the 2025 Bee £1 currently the rarest circulating UK £1 coin. While it’s possible more could enter circulation in future, right now it holds the title of the rarest £1 coin you could hope to find in your pocket. For serious collectors, the most reliable way to own one will be by securing it now in Brilliant Uncirculated quality.
Why the 2025 Bee £1 Matters
Only 170,000 of the 2025 Bee £1 coins are confirmed to be entering circulation at this stage – one of the lowest circulating mintages of any UK coin to date.
For context:
- The 2023 Salmon 50p caused a frenzy at just 200,000 coins.
- The Kew Gardens 50p, long regarded as the “holy grail” of UK change, had a mintage of 210,000.
That means the 2025 Bee £1 is currently the rarest UK £1 coin in circulation. But with numbers this low, it’s highly unlikely you’ll come across one by chance.
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The Return of Queen Elizabeth II on the £1
In a surprising twist, it was also announced that more 2021 and 2022 dated Nations of the Crown £1 coins will be released, in fact 23.29 million Nations of the Crown £1 coins featuring Queen Elizabeth II’s portrait will be released into circulation.
These will be the LAST circulating £1 coins to feature Her Majesty, marking the end of an era.
And, with just 7.735 million of the 2022 dated Nations of the Crown £1s in circulation, this becomes the rarest 12-sided £1 coin to feature the Queen’s portrait!
These coins mark an important chapter in modern coinage history, representing Her late Majesty’s rare reappearance on the £1. But while millions will circulate, the 2025 Bee £1 currently offers the ultra-low numbers collectors truly prize.
More 2023 Bee £1 Coins Entering Circulation
Collectors can also expect to see additional 2023-dated King Charles III Bee £1 coins this year.
- A further 7.395 million coins are being released.
These will be easier to find in change, but the 2025 Bee £1 stands apart as the UK’s current rarest £1 coin with its record-breaking rarity.
Secure the 2025 Bee £1 for Your Collection Today
The 2025 UK Brilliant Uncirculated Coinage Set includes the brand-new Bee £1 alongside the other seven definitive UK coins from the 1p to the £2.
Each is struck to Brilliant Uncirculated quality – a superior finish not possible in circulation.
👉 With demand already growing, this is your opportunity to guarantee the UK’s current rarest £1 coin in circulation for your collection. Don’t leave it to chance – secure yours today.
The World’s Most Expensive Coin
Coin collectors are always on the hunt for treasures that combine history, rarity, and value. Among all rare coins, none capture the imagination quite like the 1933 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle – widely regarded as the most expensive coin in the world.
A Record-Breaking Auction for the most expensive coin in the world
On June 8, 2021, Sotheby’s auction house sold the 1933 Double Eagle for an incredible $18,872,250 (approx. £13.5 million), setting the record for the highest price ever paid for a coin. To put that in perspective, the same coin fetched $7.59 million (approx. £5.4 million) back in 2002 – proving how highly collectors prize it.
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Why Is the 1933 Double Eagle So Valuable?
Collectors search for this coin not just because it’s rare, but because its story is one of intrigue and historical significance:
- Minted but Melted: 445,500 Double Eagles were struck in 1933, but nearly all were melted down when President Franklin D. Roosevelt ended the gold standard.
- Not Meant for Circulation: The U.S. Treasury never officially released them, which makes any surviving example extraordinarily rare.
- The King Farouk Connection: One coin was legally exported to Egypt’s King Farouk, fueling decades of legal battles and intrigue.
- The Only Legal Example: Today, just one coin is privately owned – the same one that set the world record.
For coin enthusiasts, the most expensive coin in the world holds the ultimate blend of rarity, beauty, and backstory.
Other Coins Worth Millions
Although the Double Eagle holds the crown, these coins also draw global attention:
- 1794 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar – Sold for about $12 million (approx. £8.6 million), believed to be the first U.S. silver dollar ever struck.
- 1787 Brasher Doubloon (EB on Wing) – Brought $9.36 million (approx. £6.7 million) in 2021, designed by famed silversmith Ephraim Brasher.
- 1822 Half Eagle – One of just three surviving, auctioned for $8.4 million (approx. £6 million).
- 1343 Edward III Florin – A medieval rarity valued at around $6.8 million (approx. £4.9 million).
Each of these coins proves that collectors are willing to pay extraordinary sums for history in their hands.
The Legacy of the World’s Most Expensive Coin
The 1933 Double Eagle is more than gold – it’s a symbol of America’s past, the Great Depression, and the transition away from the gold standard. Its journey includes politics, royalty, and legal drama, making it the ultimate coin collector’s dream.
For numismatists, it’s a reminder that behind every coin lies a story. Sometimes that story is worth nearly $19 million.
If this story has sparked your passion for collecting, we invite you to browse our website for the latest new coins, collectables, and stamps available today. Your next treasure might just be waiting for you.
The Elder Wand in Pure Silver – A Magical First for Collectors
In the wizarding world, no wand is more feared, desired, or steeped in legend than the Elder Wand. Said to be unbeatable in a duel, it has passed through the hands of history’s most powerful witches and wizards. One of the fabled Deathly Hallows, it is said to grant its master unmatched magical ability.
But until now, it has only existed in the realm of fiction…
The Legend Lives On
According to The Tale of the Three Brothers, the Elder Wand was created by Death himself and given to Antioch Peverell. Over the centuries, it became a prize won only through power, cunning, or betrayal — from Gellert Grindelwald to Albus Dumbledore, and finally Harry Potter himself.
On screen, its distinctive bead-like handle and slender, tapering form made it instantly recognisable to fans worldwide. It is not just an artefact — it is a symbol of destiny, mastery, and the fine line between ambition and greed.
From Page & Screen… to Pure Silver
After more than a year in the making, this legendary wand has been brought to life in a way never seen before — as a three-dimensional Pure Silver Coin.
Crafted from 3oz of 99.9% Pure Silver and enriched with 24 Carat Gold Plating, every curve, bead, and detail has been faithfully recreated. The result is not a flat engraving, but a high-relief sculpture that captures the Elder Wand’s elegance and power.
Our studio’s photographs showcase its craftsmanship, but nothing compares to seeing it in motion. That’s why we’ve created an exclusive video, giving you a 360° view of the coin’s sculpted artistry — so you can truly appreciate the depth, texture, and gleam of the precious metals.
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Why This Coin is a Must-Have
- 3D High Relief Design – A sculpted silver recreation of the Elder Wand
- Premium Precious Metal Content – 3oz of 99.9% Pure Silver, enriched with 24 Carat Gold Plating
- Strictly Limited Edition – Just 1,999 coins worldwide, with UK exclusivity from The Westminster Collection
- UK Allocation of Only 200 – Once gone, no further issues will be made available
- Presented in Luxury – Includes a deluxe presentation case and Certificate of Authenticity
Strictly Limited – Demand Expected to be Intense
Of the 1,999 coins struck worldwide, only 200 have been allocated to UK collectors, exclusively through The Westminster Collection.
If past launches are anything to go by — such as the Golden Snitch and Nimbus 2000 3D Silver Coins, which both sold out in days — this will be no exception. When the UK allocation is gone, it’s gone forever.
Secure Yours Today
This extraordinary coin can be yours for £545 (+p&p), or via our interest-free monthly instalment plan — 10 payments of just £54.50.
Don’t miss your opportunity to own a piece that blends the magic of the wizarding world with the finest in precious metal artistry.