How to collect Double Florins
Double Florins (4 shilling, 4/-) were only made from 1887 until 1890, making it one of the shortest lived coins in British history. It is a large coin with a 36mm diameter, just 2mm smaller than a Crown.
Double Florins are not too expensive to buy, you may be lucky and get one on eBay for less than £20 in fair condition.
Double Florins (4 shilling, 4/-) were only made from 1887 until 1890, making it one of the shortest lived coins in British history. It is a large coin with a 36mm diameter, just 2mm smaller than a Crown.Which Double Florins to look for?
The lowest mintage Double Florins are:(These are coins in our database, list may not be exhustive)
- 1888 Double Florin - Victoria (mintage: 243,340)
- 1887 Double Florin - Victoria (mintage: 483,347)
- 1890 Double Florin - Victoria (mintage: 782,146)
- 1889 Double Florin - Victoria (mintage: 1,185,111)
Which Monarchs have minted Double Florins coins?
The following have minted Double Florins during their reign:
 | Victoria (1837-1901) |