At retail, the 1947 Australian
florin value can range from
$8 to over $70, depending
on state of wear, desirability,
demand, and availability in that
relative state of preservation.
Our guide below shows retail
estimates based on grade.
What is a 1947 Australian florin coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1947 florin from Australia.
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VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
$8 | $9 | $10 |
$18 |
$35 |
$70+ |
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
1947
The 1947 Australian florin reverse features
the new Coat of Arms.
A kangaroo and an emu stand either side
of a shield with representations of the states.
Above the shield is the word 'FLORIN', and
the royal crown.
Below is the date, and the word 'AUSTRALIA'.
In the fields are golden wattle branches.
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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:
Monarch | King George VI |
Edge | reeded |
Weight | 11.31 grams |
Diameter | 28.5 mm |
Comp | 50% silv, 40% cop, 10%
nick/zinc |
Minted | Melbourne, Australia |
Mintage | approx. 37,482,000 |
Scarcity | relatively common for period |
Obverse | Thomas H. Paget |
Reverse | George Kruger Gray |
1947 Australian
florin specifications
1947 Australian
florin design
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Grading Terms
VG | Very Good |
F | Fine |
VF | Very Fine |
EF | Extremely Fine |
aUnc | about Uncirculated |
Unc | Uncirculated |