Mrs Tiggy-Winkle

Description

The 2016 Mrs Tiggy-Winkle 50p coin is a notable piece in the United Kingdom's coinage, celebrating one of the beloved characters from Beatrix Potter's children's stories. This coin was part of a series commemorating the 150th anniversary of Potter's birth and features an intricate design that captures Mrs Tiggy-Winkle, a hedgehog who serves as a washerwoman in Potter's tales. With a mintage of 8,800,000, this coin is relatively common, reflected in its rarity score of 3 out of 10, making it accessible to collectors while still holding sentimental value for fans of Potter's work. Circulated in everyday transactions, the coin's market value remains modest at £1, but its charm and connection to literary history contribute to its significance among numismatists and enthusiasts of children's literature alike.