First coins to feature King Charles III to be circulated – with two crucial differences | UK News
The first coins featuring King Charles III will be in circulation from December.
Royal Mint is making 9.6 million copies of the 50p coin, this is also in honor Queen Elizabeth II. The obverse of the coin is a replica of a coin produced to commemorate her coronation in 1953.
The new 50p pieces represent the biggest change to UK mint since the decimal.
Kevin Clancy, director of the Royal Mint, said: “For many, it will be the first time in their lives that they will see a new king appear on money.
Portrait of King found him without the crown, a notable difference from his mother’s effigy on the coins.
Rebecca Morgan, Director of Collector Services at The Royal Mint, said: “It is quite common for male monarchs not to wear crowns on coinage.
“Female monarchs usually wear more costumes, so so do crowns, crowns, jewelry.”
The back of the 50p watch features a design first produced to commemorate the Queen’s 1953 coronation. Pic: The Royal Mint
Another change that eagle-eyed observers will notice is that Her Majesty is facing the opposite direction of Queen Elizabeth II on the coin we currently use, which is in keeping with tradition when there is a new king.
The new coin was designed by sculptor Martin Jennings and has been personally approved by the King.
Coin designer, sculptor Martin Jennings, with the King’s image used
“It has to be an image that will last through the years and that will represent the generality of what people imagine the monarchy. So it’s not just a portrait of him but a portrait of him. it also needs to contain its role. [of King]Mr. Jennings said.
The Mint will generate this 9.6 million 50p coins and also start producing other value coins with the King effigy.
You will still see money featuring portraits of Queen Elizabeth II for some time to come. Those coins will only be replaced when they are worn or damaged, according to the wishes of the Royal Family, who has requested that waste be minimized in the process.
“Most people under 50 have only ever seen Queen Elizabeth II in their pocket,” added Ms Morgan.
“It’s not uncommon to see two or three different kings on coins before analysis.”
