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Old British Currency

Yes old British Currency can be reused & recycled. We can also accept ALL Foreign Currency, including notes and coins and currency no longer in circulation. 

REUSE
The majority of old British Currency has very little value because so much of it was in circulation however some may be of interest to collectors.   

RECYCLED
Where?

  • The Green Centre at Brighton Open Market. More details here.

How?

  • We will accept any amount of old British currency including coins and notes.
  • Will accept Commemorative coins.

DID YOU KNOW?

  • Paper banknotes are either recycled using a composting treatment to create a soil improver or processed at a local energy recovery facility to generate electricity.
  • Polymer banknotes are turned into pellets before being transformed into new plastic items, such as plant pots and storage boxes.
  • You can learn more about British Currency from the Bank of England. More details here.

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