United Kingdom
double florin
Victoria
1888
What is a 1888 British double florin coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1888 double florin from the UK.
The retail value of a
1888 British double
florin can range from £15
to over £150, depending
on grade, condition,
desirability, and demand.
Our guide below shows retail
estimates based on grade.
www.allcoinvalues.com
VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
£15 | £27 | £55 | £100 | £125 | £150+ |
Values are in UK Pounds
Based on European Grading System
Further information on grading, condition, detractors, and
how to assess your coin can be found further down this page.
The 1888 United Kingdom double florin reverse
shows four crowned shields in cruciform, each
with coats of arms representing UK union
members: (England, Scotland, Ireland).
Four sceptres are in the diagonals.
The legend reads 'BRITT: REG:' to the left,
date at the top, then 'FID: DEF:' to the right.
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The obverse features the robed jubilee bust
of Queen Victoria, facing left, adorned with
jewellery, veil, and a small crown.
The legend reads 'VICTORIA DEI GRATIA'.
images courtesy of anonymous contributor.
Notes: Davies 542
Monarch | Queen Victoria |
Edge | reeded |
Weight | 22.62 grams |
Diameter | 36 mm |
Comp | 92.5% silver |
Minted | London, England |
Mintage | approx. 243,340 (inc varieties) |
Scarcity | less common for period |
Obverse | Joseph Edgar Boehm |
Reverse | Leonard Charles Wyon |
1888 United Kingdom
double florin specifications
1888 United Kingdom
double florin design
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Grading Terms
VG | Very Good |
F | Fine |
VF | Very Fine |
EF | Extremely Fine |
aUnc | about Uncirculated |
Unc | Uncirculated |