Spend it? Save it? Coin Book 2026 4th Edition
What should you do with the coins you find in change?, spend or save them... Guide to the coins in your pocket from Token Publishing in association with The Royal Mint.
The 4th edition was released in June 2026, the new book and the first three editions of the popular guide to UK coins are shown below.
Edition: 4th
Print length: 72 pages
ISBN-13: 978-1908828774
Dimensions: 24.5 x 0.7 x 16.9 cm
Spend it? Save it? 4th Edition is available to buy now direct from Token Publishing for £7.95.
Edition: 3rd
Print length: 72 pages
ISBN-13: 978-1908828613
Dimensions: 24.5 x 0.7 x 16.9 cm
Edition: 2nd
Print length: 72 pages
ISBN-13: 978-1908828477
Dimensions: 24.5 x 0.7 x 16.9 cm
Edition: 1st
Print length: 72 pages
ISBN-13: 978-1908828415
Dimensions: 24.5 x 0.7 x 16.9 cm
When asking Google Gemini about the "Spend it? Save it? coin book" - this was the reply:
If you're asking about "Spend It? Save It?", you are likely looking for the popular UK coin guide published by Token Publishing.
It's a compact, user-friendly "bookazine" designed for people who want to know if the change in their pocket is worth more than its face value.
Key Details for 2026
- The 4th Edition: In June 2026 Token Publishing released the 4th edition, making it available at the London (June 13th) and Midland (June 14th) Coin Fairs.
- Purpose: It helps collectors identify rare or high-value decimal coins (like the Kew Gardens 50p or rare £2 coin designs) currently in circulation.
- Content:
- Price Guides: Estimated market values for coins in various conditions.
- Mintage Figures: Data on how many of each coin were actually produced.
- "What to Look For": High-quality photos showing specific mint marks or errors that increase a coin's value.
- Price: It typically retails for around £6.95, making it an affordable alternative to the much larger, academic numismatic catalogs.
Where to find it?
You can usually find it at:
- The Royal Mint's official shop (often carries an older previous edition).
- Token Publishing's website.
- Major coin fairs (like the London Coin Fair or Midland Coin Fair).