Are any Irish coins worth anything?
James Williams
Updated on April 11, 2026
The Irish pound coin was only produced for 10 years, from 1990 to 2000. The most valuable among these are the special commemorative coins, released to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the United Nations in 1995, and for the millennium. 1945-1995 U.N. Silver Proof coins in perfect condition are worth €250.00.
How much is an old 20p Irish coin worth?
Amazingly these old Irish 20p coins could fetch up to €10k in an auction. Many of us have some old Irish coins lying around the house, and it is worth having a look for some 20p coins. If you are lucky enough to find one from 1985, then there is a good chance it is worth a decent amount of money.
Are old 20p coins worth anything?
Unlike 50p and 10p coins, the 20p design has remained almost the same since it was first minted back in 1982, making only a handful of them actually valuable to a collector. The 20p coins that are worth the most are “mule” ones which have been minted with inaccuracies on them by mistake.
What’s the value of an Irish euro coin?
Irish Decimal Coin Prices 1969 – 2000 Pound, 50 Pence, 20 Pence, 10 Pence, 5 Pence, 2 Pence, Penny and halfpenny. Includes 1988 Dublin millennium 50 Pence, 1995 UN pound and 2000 Millennium pound. 1990 ‘Irish Presidency’ Ecu coins This page includes a small catalogue of values for these coins. Irish Euro Coins 2002-2006
What’s the price of a 1971 Irish Penny?
The prices of many of the decimal coins has gone up recently reflecting this change. The 1971 coins are generally common as are the 2000 coins. The years in between are generally available but some of the later 1970s and early 1980s dates are difficulto to obtain in brilliant uncirculated condition.
When was the one pound coin introduced in Ireland?
The one pound (punt) coin was introduced in 1990. All other Irish pence coins were discontinued when the Irish euro coins were introduced in 2002. Today, Irish pence coins can still be exchanged for their equivalent value in euros at the Irish Central Bank.
What’s the price of a 1969 Dublin Penny?
Includes sets, proof coins – but not errors or patterns. Irish Decimal Coin Prices 1969 – 2000 Pound, 50 Pence, 20 Pence, 10 Pence, 5 Pence, 2 Pence, Penny and halfpenny. Includes 1988 Dublin millennium 50 Pence, 1995 UN pound and 2000 Millennium pound.