How much is a 1922 florin worth?
Florin 1922 value The melt and minimum value of a Florin 1922 is £3.08.
When was the first florin coin issued in Australia?
In 1927 though – for the first time – an Australian circulating commemorative coin was issued. This coin was struck to commemorate the opening of the new Parliament House in Canberra in 1927, hence it is known as the Parliament House Florin or the Canberra Florin.
What’s the value of a 1927 Parliament House Florin?
So, in response, here’s an entry explaining what an Aussie 1927 Parliament florin coin is worth. There were 2,000,000 of these florins minted, which in today’s terms isn’t a lot. However, it was Australia’s first commemorative coin (celebrating the opening of Parliament House in Canberra) and because of that it was hoarded by the Australian public.
Where can I find the 1927 Canberra Florin?
The mystery of the PROOF Canberra Florin. We lift the lid. The 1927 Canberra Florin, depicting ‘Old Parliament House’ is one of Australia’s most recognised pre-decimal coins and a treasured keepsake of countless Australian families. It also is a firm favourite with today’s coin collectors.
How much silver is in a Parliament Florin?
What is a Circulated Parliament Florin Worth? The first thing to realise is that these coins are made from 11.3 grams of 92.5% pure silver (or sterling silver) and because of that a heavily worn or circulated parliament florin is is still worth the silver it contains.
So, in response, here’s an entry explaining what an Aussie 1927 Parliament florin coin is worth. There were 2,000,000 of these florins minted, which in today’s terms isn’t a lot. However, it was Australia’s first commemorative coin (celebrating the opening of Parliament House in Canberra) and because of that it was hoarded by the Australian public.
The mystery of the PROOF Canberra Florin. We lift the lid. The 1927 Canberra Florin, depicting ‘Old Parliament House’ is one of Australia’s most recognised pre-decimal coins and a treasured keepsake of countless Australian families. It also is a firm favourite with today’s coin collectors.
When was the first Florin minted in Australia?
Australia’s Government took up the initiative and boasted its achievements by minting the celebratory 1927 Florin featuring the nation’s brand-new Parliamentary buildings. The impending release of the coin was announced in the newspapers as early as January of that year.
Where did the 1927 proof Florin come from?
The release of the 1927 Proof Canberra Florin was a well-publicised event that saw the coins sell to members of the public outside traditional numismatic circles. Coins being mishandled or pieces simply lost into circulation was the fate of many of the proofs out of the original mintage of 400.
