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If you have a collection of loose change knocking about, it could be worth taking a closer look . Coin specialists have put the spotlight an unusual British coin that might earn you a tidy profit.

The distinctive, gold £2 piece is not particularly old, having been produced merely 13 years ago in 2012, reports the Daily Mirror . Nevertheless, it has a historical importance which renders it valuable , commemorating a global event that took place in London.

Information about the coin on the the Royal Mint website explains: "Struck to commemorate the transition of the Olympic Games from London to Rio de Janeiro, the 2012 Olympic Games Handover £2 coin symbolises the passing of the Olympic flag from one host city to another.

"The reverse design, created by Jonathan O

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