What is a 1961 Australian florin coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1961 florin from Australia.
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VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
$8 | $9 | $10 |
$12 | $15 |
$30+ |
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
Elizabeth II
1961
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The obverse shows the laureate bust of young
Queen Elizabeth II facing right, with the legend:
'ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA F:D:'
images courtesy of TDK APDC
Notes:
Monarch | Queen Elizabeth II |
Edge | reeded |
Weight | 11.31 grams |
Diameter | 28.5 mm |
Comp | 50% silv, 40% cop, 10%
nick/zinc |
Minted | Melbourne, Australia |
Mintage | approx. 9,452,000 |
Scarcity | relatively common for period |
Obverse | Mary Gillick |
Reverse | George Kruger Gray |
1961 Australian
florin specifications
1961 Australian
florin design
The 1961 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.
The retail value of a
1961 Australian florin
can range from $8 to
over $30, 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 |