King Rama X of Thailand took the throne in 2016, his father IX. After the death of Rama. The royal mint issued new coins to mark his accession to the throne, featuring the portrait of Rama X. The coins were made in different denominations and materials such as gold, silver, nickel and copper. On the reverse side of the coins is the Thai coat of arms, the Garuda, and the king's name and title in Thai. The coins went into circulation in 2018 and the old coins were phased out.