What is a 1938 Australian florin coin worth?
Values, images, and specs for the 1938 florin from Australia.
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VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
$16 | $18 | $25 |
$45 |
$90 |
$185+ |
Values are in Australian Dollars
Based on European Grading System
Further information on grading, condition, detractors, and
how to assess your coin can be found further down this page.
Australia
florin
George VI
1938
The 1938 Australian florin reverse
features the new Coat of Arms.
A kangaroo and an emu stand
either side of a crowned shield with
representations of the states.
Above is 'FLORIN', while below are
the date and 'AUSTRALIA', and golden
wattle branches are in the fields.
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The obverse shows the bare head of
King George VI facing left, with the legend:
'GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX
F:D:IND:IMP.'
images courtesy of TDK APDC
Notes:
First King George VI era Australian florin.
Monarch | King George VI |
Edge | reeded |
Weight | 11.31 grams |
Diameter | 28.5 mm |
Comp | 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper |
Minted | Melbourne, Australia |
Mintage | approx. 2,990,000 |
Scarcity | common in lower grades |
Obverse | Thomas H. Paget |
Reverse | George Kruger Gray |
1938 Australian
florin specifications
1938 Australian
florin design
The retail value of a
1938 Australian florin
can range from $16 to
over $185, depending
on grade, condition,
desirability, and demand.
Our guide below shows retail
estimates based on grade.
links to our self-help pages on coin assessment
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Grading Terms
VG | Very Good |
F | Fine |
VF | Very Fine |
EF | Extremely Fine |
aUnc | about Uncirculated |
Unc | Uncirculated |