1887 Queen Victoria Jubilee Head Double Florin Very Fine Toned with Edge Knock

The 1887 Queen Victoria Jubilee Head Double Florin is a distinctive Victorian silver coin struck during the Golden Jubilee year of Victoria. As one of Britain’s most unusual and short-lived denominations, the double florin remains highly collectable among enthusiasts of historic British coinage.

The obverse features Queen Victoria’s Jubilee Head portrait designed by Joseph Edgar Boehm, while the reverse displays the ornate crowned cruciform shields design associated with Victorian silver currency.

Struck in silver, the double florin carried a face value of four shillings and was introduced as part of efforts towards decimal-style currency. Its similarity in size to the crown led to confusion in circulation, contributing to its short production life and collectable appeal today. This example is graded Very Fine, retaining strong detail with moderate wear, and displays attractive natural toning. An edge knock is noted and reflected in the coin’s overall condition.

Highly sought after by Victorian coin collectors, double florin specialists and British numismatists, the 1887 Jubilee Head Double Florin is a historic and desirable addition to any British coin collection.

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