New King’s portrait revealed by The Royal Mint

The Royal Mint have revealed the new portrait of King Charles III which will feature on UK coinage.

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The first effigy of King Charles III on a UK 50p obverse

Created by renowned British sculptor Martin Jennings, the effigy has been personally approved by His Majesty. In keeping with tradition, The King’s portrait faces to the left, the opposite direction to Queen Elizabeth II.

It will be used for the very first time on a range of coins paying tribute to the life and reign of the late Queen.

The new range was released at 9am on Monday 3rd October.

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Coin designs from the Queen Elizabeth II memorial range

This is the first time in nearly 70 years that we have had a new monarch on our coins. It is the most significant change to UK coinage since decimalisation in 1971.

The coins are available in several specifications including 50p, £5 and Ounce. Coins will be on sale at The Royal Mint until 31st December 2022.

Shop the first coin portrait of King Charles III here >>

78 Comments

  1. Alison on September 30, 2022 at 5:41 pm

    I love the royal family

  2. Paul Morse on September 30, 2022 at 5:36 pm

    Love the corn

  3. Wayne on September 30, 2022 at 5:30 pm

    Pleae

  4. Mr Wayne Burgess on September 30, 2022 at 5:21 pm

    What a nice looking coin 100% like king Charles lll stunning craftsmanship cart waite to get one and actually see it for real if this is what the coins look like then iam really looking forward to seeing the stamps

  5. Christopher Rodgman on September 30, 2022 at 2:14 pm

    Could let me know when they are on sale and how much will they cost

  6. Stephen McHaffie on September 30, 2022 at 2:01 pm

    I’ve been collecting fifty pence pieces for years now foy daughter ,this will be another great addition for her collection.

  7. Christopher whitehead on September 30, 2022 at 1:06 pm

    I like the new concept

  8. Linda Jones on September 30, 2022 at 12:37 pm

    I would like to know if can purchase any of the coins.

  9. Christopher Eastham on September 30, 2022 at 11:27 am

    Please keep me updated regarding all silver coins

  10. Sally Carpenter on September 30, 2022 at 8:47 am

    This is a monumental time in history

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