New 5p coins featuring King Charles III's portrait and an oak tree design are entering circulation across the UK. The Royal Mint is releasing 23.2 million of these coins, minted in October 2023, due to increased demand for the 5p denomination. This is the first time the 5p coin has featured the King's portrait and the first design change for this denomination in 17 years, with the oak tree symbolizing the King's passion for conservation and biodiversity. The coins will be available through Post Office and bank branches, with a special allocation for Post Office branches that have "oak" in their name or are located near significant oak trees. These new coins are part of a transition that began with the King's portrait ... download the app to read more
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