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Silver Florin
Sterling · 92.5% · 10.46 g pure silver
About this coin
Florin (pre-1920)
The florin, or two-shilling coin, was struck in sterling silver until 1919. Pre-1920 florins contain about 10.46 g of silver.
Like other British silver coins, florins dated 1920–1946 are 50% silver, and those from 1947 onwards contain none.
Specifications
- Weight
- 11.31 g
- Purity
- 92.5% (pre-1920)
- Diameter
- 28.5 mm
- Face value
- 2 shillings
- Pure silver
- 10.462 g · 0.3364 ozt
Bulk values · 13 Oct 2026
Florin (pre-1920) value by quantity
Melt value for single coins, rolls, tubes and boxes.
| Quantity | Pure silver | Melt value | + GST |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 coin | 10.5 g | £15.12 | ₹2,270 |
| 5 coins | 52.3 g | £75.58 | ₹11,348 |
| 10 coins | 104.6 g | £151.16 | ₹22,695 |
| 20 coins | 209.2 g | £302.31 | ₹45,391 |
| 50 coins | 523.1 g | £755.78 | ₹1,13,477 |
| 100 coins | 1.05 kg | £1,512 | ₹2,26,954 |
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Answers
Florin (pre-1920): FAQ
How much is a Florin (pre-1920) worth today?
Based on today's silver price (13 Oct 2026), the silver in a Florin (pre-1920) is worth about £15.12, or ₹2,203 at the Indian market rate. This is the melt value. Dealers and jewellers sell above it and usually buy slightly below it.
How much silver is in a Florin (pre-1920)?
A Florin (pre-1920) weighs 11.31 g at 92.5% purity, so it contains 10.46 g of pure silver (0.3364 troy oz).
Is a Florin (pre-1920) worth more than its silver value?
Usually, yes: bullion and collectible coins sell at a premium over melt value because of minting, distribution and collector demand. Common, circulated coins trade close to melt, while rare dates, mint marks and high grades can be worth much more.
How do I know if I'm paying a fair price?
Enter the seller's price into the premium checker above. It compares the quote with the live metal value and shows the premium as a percentage. Compare that percentage between sellers before you buy.