Get the day's biggest stories sent direct to your inbox so you never miss a thing The Royal Mint is offering coin collectors the chance to own rare 'trial pieces'.
Designs featured will include the coveted Kew Gardens 50p and the Three Graces - a collection that sold out in 25 minutes last December.
They will go to auction on Sunday, September 26. READ MORE: Met Office weather forecast Greater Manchester this weekend as showers continue A trial piece is one of the first samples struck and sets the standard for subsequent coins issued.
They're then carefully inspected by coin makers to ensure it meets standards. The trial pieces are stored and the design is officially approved by the Queen before coin striking starts.
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