7,000,000 new coins with King’s face to enter circulation

The Royal Mint said the new edition of the 10p coin will be highly sought after (Picture: Royal Mint/PA Wire) Millions of new 10p coins with the King’s portrait will be pumped out today after the latest issue by the Royal Mint. Eagle-eyed people still using coins might soon spot that something has changed with the 10p coin. Released into circulation today, the shiny new 10p coins will feature the King’s portrait for the first time. The coins are being released because of increased demand for the 10p denomination, the Royal Mint said. The reverse side of the new 10p coin features the capercaillie bird, a species found in northern Scotland (Picture: Royal Mint/PA Wire) Sign up for all of the latest stories Start your day informed with Metro's News Updates newsletter or get Breaking News aler