A United Kingdom 1 Florin (92.5% Silver, 1849–1919) contains 0.3364 troy oz of pure silver, worth $18.18 at today's spot price.
The florin, worth two shillings or one tenth of a pound, was first struck in 1849. Florins dated 1849–1919 are sterling silver; in 1920 the silver content was reduced to 50%.
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Silver $54.05 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 23, 10:19 PM EDT
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Melt value is the metal content at spot price, not a buy or sell price. Collectible coins can be worth much more. For reference only.
Specifications
| Years | 1849–1919 |
|---|---|
| Face value | 1 Florin |
| Composition | 92.5% silver |
| Gross weight | 11.31 g |
| Fineness | .925 (92.5%) |
| Pure metal | 0.3364 troy oz (10.462 g) |
How the melt value is worked out
Melt value is the pure silver in the coin multiplied by the spot price. We use the coin's standard minted weight; worn coins weigh slightly less.
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11.31 g × .925 fine ÷ 31.1035 g per troy oz = 0.3364 troy oz
0.3364 troy oz × $54.05 spot = $18.18
How to identify it
- The 1849 florin leaves D G (Dei Gratia) out of Victoria's title, which earned it the name Godless florin.
- Gothic florins (1851–1887) are larger, with Gothic lettering and the date in Roman numerals, such as mdccclxxiv for 1874.
- Later Victorian florins show the Jubilee head (1887–1892) or the veiled old head (1893–1901). Edward VII florins (1902–1910) show Britannia standing on the bow of a ship.
- George V florins dated 1911–1919 are sterling; coins dated 1920 or later look similar but hold less silver or none.
Melt value vs. collector value
Worn George V florins usually trade close to melt. The Godless florin, Gothic florins in good condition and Edward VII florins with clear detail often sell for more; Edward VII florins wore quickly, and many have faint dates.