Change Finder1985 & 1990 Welsh £1 'PRIDD' edge (myth — not a real error)
A 1985 & 1990 Welsh £1 'PRIDD' edge (myth — not a real error) is typically worth about £1–£3 in circulated condition, and £3–£8 in uncirculated (mint) condition.
- Denomination
- £1
- Year
- 1985 & 1990
- Mintage
- Error (varies)
- Rarity
- Not an error
Circulated (worn)
£1–£3
Uncirculated / BU
£3–£8
Is it rare?
The 1985 & 1990 Welsh £1 'PRIDD' edge (myth — not a real error) is common in circulation, so in worn condition it's usually worth face value — condition and errors are where any premium comes from.
What to look for
MYTH: the 'PRIDD' £1 is not a genuine error. The correct Welsh edge inscription reads PLEIDIOL WYF I'M GWLAD ('true am I to my country'); worn coins are misread as 'PRIDD'. The edge also legitimately appears either way up — that is normal, not an error. No genuine PRIDD die error is documented by the Royal Mint or Change Checker.
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- How much is the 1985 & 1990 Welsh £1 'PRIDD' edge (myth — not a real error) worth?
- A 1985 & 1990 Welsh £1 'PRIDD' edge (myth — not a real error) is typically worth about £1–£3 in circulated condition, and £3–£8 in uncirculated (mint) condition.
- Is the 1985 & 1990 Welsh £1 'PRIDD' edge (myth — not a real error) rare?
- The 1985 & 1990 Welsh £1 'PRIDD' edge (myth — not a real error) is common in circulation, so in worn condition it's usually worth face value — condition and errors are where any premium comes from.
- What should I look for on a £1 like this?
- MYTH: the 'PRIDD' £1 is not a genuine error. The correct Welsh edge inscription reads PLEIDIOL WYF I'M GWLAD ('true am I to my country'); worn coins are misread as 'PRIDD'. The edge also legitimately appears either way up — that is normal, not an error. No genuine PRIDD die error is documented by the Royal Mint or Change Checker.
- How do I check my own £1?
- Open Change Finder and scan your coin — it identifies it, grades the condition and checks for the errors that add value, free for your first check.
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