What is the value of old florins?

Answer 1

The florin was used in Italy during the Renaissance. It was equal to 72 grains of gold.

It was called the Florentine florin. (Florence, Italy)

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The British Florin was introduced into the currency in 1848 with a value of Two Shillings. The coin remained in use until decimalisation in 1971 when it was replaced by the 10 New Pence coin.

The collector value of a Florin would depend on the year and condition of the coin.

Answer 2

The British Florin was a coin worth Two Shillings. It was also used in many of the Commonwealth countries.

At Britains conversion to decimal currency in 1971, Two Shillings converted to 10 New Pence.

Many of the Commonwealth countries chose the Dollar as their new decimal currency. In those countries, Two Shillings converted to 20 cents.

Answer 3

The "modern" British Florin (Two Shillings) was first issued in 1848 and last issued in 1967.

From 1848 to 1919 they were made from sterling silver.

From 1920, the coins were debased and made from 50% silver until 1946.

From 1947 to 1967 they were made from a copper nickel alloy.

The British Florin, depending on the date and condition, could be worth anything from a little to a lot.

The coins with a silver content will be worth at the very least, the current bullion value of silver.