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1 Florin - Edward VII
| Silver (.925) | 11.31 g | 28.50 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VII (1901-1910) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1902-1910 |
| Value | 1 Florin (0.1) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 11.31 g |
| Diameter | 28.50 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 30 June 1993 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#4716 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Standing figure of Britannia on ship's bow holding trident in the right hand and shield bearing the Union flag in the left, legend around, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ONE FLORIN TWO SHILLINGS
1906
Engraver: George William de Saulles
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The standard weight of these coins was 4/11 troy ounce (174.5 grains).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Florin - Edward VII 1902-1910 coin is that it was the first coin to feature the iconic image of King Edward VII, who was the eldest son of Queen Victoria and ascended to the throne after her death in 1901. The coin's design was created by the renowned artist, George William De Saulles, and it features a portrait of the king facing to the left, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves. The coin was minted from 1902 to 1910 and was widely used throughout the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and Crown Dependencies. Today, it is a sought-after collector's item and a piece of history that showcases the rich heritage of the British monarchy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1903 | 1995200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1904 | 2769900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1905 | 1187500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1906 | 6910100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1907 | 5947800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1908 | 3280000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1909 | 3482200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1910 | 5650700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Florin - Edward VII 1902-1910 coin.
