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Vicky Shaw & Katie Williams

Royal Mint unveils King Charles III official coin as 50p enters circulation

The Royal Mint has unveiled the official coin effigy of King Charles III.

A 50p depicting the King's image will gradually enter circulation to meet demand and land in wallets and purses. In the meantime, the Mint will release a memorial coin range on Monday October 3 at 9am to commemorate the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II.

The King’s portrait will first appear on a special £5 Crown and 50p commemorating the Queen.

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