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The Royal Mint has recently released a new 50p coin marking His Majesty King Charles III’s coronation. The coin was released into circulation on Thursday, August 10.
This is the second 50p to enter circulation bearing King Charles’ official coin portrait. The reverse (tails) design of the new 50p features the Westminster Abbey, in a nod to the location of His Majesty’s coronation.
At the centre of the design is The King’s official cypher, representing him at Westminster Abbey being crowned as King. The obverse (heads) features His Majesty’s official coin portrait which was unveiled in September 2022 and designed by British sculptor Martin Jennings.
The design was created by Royal Mint designer Natasha Jenkins. All 50p coins entering circulation feature His Majesty’s uncrowned portrait.
Rebecca Morgan, Director of Commemorative Coin at The Royal Mint, said: “We are delighted to announce that 5 million 50p coins produced to mark His Majesty King Charles III’s coronation will enter circulation from today. This is a special moment for the nation, as members of the public will have the opportunity to find a piece of history in their change.
“We anticipate the coronation 50p coins will be highly sought after among coin collectors and members of the public keen to own a piece of British history. The Royal Mint has had the honour of striking coins for every British monarch since Alfred the Great and we are proud to continue that long history with the introduction of His Majesty’s official coinage.”
