Although the Bank of England started to produce banknotes in the 17th century, the King's mother, Queen Elizabeth II, was the first British sovereign to be given the honour in 1960 on a £1 paper note.
Banknotes featuring the King's portrait are being issued from Wednesday for the first time. The new banknotes will co-circulate alongside those featuring Queen Elizabeth II. The portrait of Charles will appear on all four banknotes - the £5, £10, £20 and £50. In line with guidance from the royal household, the new notes will only be printed to replace those that are worn, and to meet any overall increase in demand.
His mother, Queen Elizabeth II, was the first British sovereign to be given the honour of having her portrait on the notes, on the £1 in 1960. People will be able to snap up the new-look currency at selected Post Office branches. The Bank of England has put temporary facilities in place to allow people to obtain a limited amount of the King Charles III banknotes.
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