Not all old coins or dollar bills are unique, but some could be worth thousands of dollars. And if you do have old currency lying around, it doesn’t hurt to check and see what it’s worth.

If you have a rare coin and you're unsure of the authenticity or value of it, you can get in touch with the Royal Mint's team of experts.

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