United Kingdom
florin
Edward VII
1908
What is a 1908 British florin coin worth?
Values, images, and specs for the 1908 florin (two shillings) from the UK.
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VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
£6 | £18 | £55 | £280 | £550 | £750+ |
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.
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The obverse features the bare head of King
Edward VII facing right, with the legend:
'EDWARDVS VII D: G: BRITT: OMN: REX
F: D: IND: IMP:'
images courtesy of Declan Magee Coins
Notes:
Monarch | King Edward VII |
Edge | reeded |
Weight | 11.3 grams |
Diameter | 28.5 mm |
Comp | 92.5% silver |
Minted | London, England |
Mintage | approx. 3,280,010 |
Scarcity | harder for period |
Obverse | George William De Saulles |
Reverse | George William De Saulles |
1908 United Kingdom
florin specifications
1908 United Kingdom
florin design
The 1908 United Kingdom florin reverse
shows the helmed Britannia standing at
the bow of a ship, holding a trident, and
supporting a shield.
The main design is surrounded by a
legend reading 'ONE FLORIN TWO
SHILLINGS', with the date below.
The retail value of a 1908
British florin can range
from £6 to over £750,
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 |