What is the value of Victoria Dei Gratia coin with Victoria's face on front of coin and the words Reg 1889 Fid Def Britt and a picture of four shields on the reverse?

Answer 1

It is most likely a British Florin (Two Shillings) or a Double Florin (Four Shillings).

A British 1889 Florin (Two Shillings), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £125 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch up to £8 to £50 GBP.

A British 1889 Double Florin (Four Shillings), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £110 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch up to £12 to £55 GBP.

A British 1889 Double Florin (Four Shillings) (inverted 1 for an I in VICTORIA), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £385 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch up to £25 to £175 GBP.

A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation.

NOTE - VICTORIA DEI GRATIA BRITT REG FID DEF is abbreviated Latin for the Queen's rather grand title. It tells us all about the Queen, but nothing about the coin other than it is comes from Britain or one of the many Commonwealth countries.

Answer 2

In 1885, the British gold Half-Sovereign had the crowned Royal Shield on the reverse.

Bronze Pennies, Halfpennies and Farthings had the seated figure of Britannia holding a shield.

The sterling silver Crown, Halfcrown and Florin all had cruciform shields on them.

Please be a little more specific about the coin in question.