King Charles £1 enters circulation - how to spot valuable coins

Millions of King Charles £1 coins have been released, but you could have more valuable currency in your spare change

£1 King Charles coin
(Image credit: Getty Images/DANIEL LEAL / Contributor)

The first King Charles £1 coins have entered circulation with almost three million set to make their way to your wallet.

The latest design features two bees and is part of a collection of new coins designed by the Royal Mint last year and overseen by the King to reflect the nature found across the countries of the United Kingdom.

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Marc Shoffman is an award-winning freelance journalist specialising in business, personal finance and property. His work has appeared in print and online publications ranging from FT Business to The Times, Mail on Sunday and the i newspaper. He also co-presents the In For A Penny financial planning podcast.