New King’s portrait revealed by The Royal Mint

By Charlotte Coleman | September 30, 2022 |

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 >>

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78 Comments

  1. Peter on October 1, 2022 at 9:51 pm

    I would love all four coins

    Reply
  2. Peter on October 1, 2022 at 9:50 pm

    I would love all four coins very collectible

    Reply
  3. Ian Crabb on October 1, 2022 at 9:16 pm

    Looking forward to it

    Reply
  4. Theresa Pepper on October 1, 2022 at 8:12 pm

    Absolutely beautiful

    Reply
  5. Theresa Pepper on October 1, 2022 at 8:11 pm

    Love them

    Reply
  6. Norman hacker on October 1, 2022 at 7:52 pm

    How many can I order

    Reply
  7. Norman hacker on October 1, 2022 at 7:51 pm

    When will I receive them and can I pay monthly for them

    Reply
  8. Jayne on October 1, 2022 at 7:25 pm

    Can u order them on line

    Reply
  9. Adam on October 1, 2022 at 6:28 pm

    I am a newly starter to collecting coins and I just cannot afford what some are going for so if any come cheaper than or face value please inform me right away

    Reply
  10. Chris burge on October 1, 2022 at 5:36 pm

    Please would like to start collecting.

    Reply

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