1888 GB Queen Victoria Double Florin gEF/aUNC
Struck in 1888, the British double florin is a hefty silver coin famed for its bold design and short-lived run. Often called the "Barmaid’s Ruin" for its confusing value, it features Queen Victoria’s crowned portrait and four royal shields.
A quirky and unusual piece from Victorian Britain’s coinage history.
$175.20
1888 GB Queen Victoria Double Florin gEF/aUNC—
$175.20
Description
Struck in 1888, the British double florin is a hefty silver coin famed for its bold design and short-lived run. Often called the "Barmaid’s Ruin" for its confusing value, it features Queen Victoria’s crowned portrait and four royal shields.
A quirky and unusual piece from Victorian Britain’s coinage history.
