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Widow finds 62 gold coins in biscuit tin; collection sells for 113,000

A remarkable discovery was made when a metal biscuit tin filled with 62 gold coins fetched an astonishing 113,000 at auction. Hidden for nearly five decades, these coins were acquired by a man who chose to keep his investment secret from his family during the economic struggles of the 1970s. The bidding war, fueled by interest from collectors and investors, ultimately provided substantial financial relief to his widow.

11 Nov 2026 8:00 pm