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Money Moral Dilemma: Should my brother share the money if he sells the coin collection I gave him?

MSE_Kelvin · 2021-08-24 12:38:58

This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks... During my childhood I collected old and rare coins. I eventually lost interest and gave the collection to my younger brother, and as far as I know he's never added to it. I've now discovered some of the coins are very valuable. My brother's mentioned he's considering selling…

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crmism Posts: 300 Forumite

29 August 2021 at 7:55PM

You state that you gave the entire collection to your brother, in which case it's his property, not yours, and he's entitled to keep whatever he sells it for. He just might, in a weak moment, split the proceeds with you but don't hold your breath.

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