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1849 Victoria Godless Florin Great Britain AU 2 Shillings Sterling Silver Coin (23072201R)

Regular price $650.00

  • Almost Uncirculated Queen Victoria sterling silver florin or 2 shillings coin.
  • First florin type issued as a 1/10 fraction of the British Pound coin.
  • One year type referred to as the "Godless Florin".
  • The Queen's obverse legend omits the D. G. (Dei Gratia = by the grace of God) normally used during this period.
  • After public objections, the florin was redesigned with gothic script with the D. G. added back into the legend.
  • Variety with WW behind bust at rim.
  • Light peripheral toning with luster, but old cleaning.