Rare 5p coins are selling for thousands of times their face value to the right collectors, as lucky owners stand to make huge windfalls. It is not just rare 5ps that can fetch huge sums, though ...

MILLIONS of people collect coins for fun, but even a rare 5p could get you some bang for your buck. Check in wallets, purses and down the back of sofas to see if you find any unusual coins.

The coins in your pocket will look different soon - here's why New designs for the 1p, 2p, 5p, 10p, 20p, 50p, £1 and £2 were unveiled by the Royal Mint last month in the wake of the King's ...