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 ...

Banknotes featuring the King's portrait are being issued from Wednesday, marking the first time that the sovereign has been changed on the Bank of England's notes. The new banknotes will co-circulate ...

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Banknotes featuring the King’s portrait are being issued from Wednesday, marking the first time that the sovereign has been changed on the Bank of England’s notes. However, people may only start to ...