1939 Australian Florin Uncirculated

Description

The 1939 Australian Florin is a desirable early issue from the reign of King George VI, struck in the second year of the new Coat of Arms design introduced in 1938. In uncirculated condition, this coin displays full mint lustre, sharp definition across all design elements and no signs of wear, making it a top-grade collector’s piece.

The obverse features the portrait of King George VI, designed by Thomas Humphrey Paget, portraying a confident and composed monarch during a time of global uncertainty. The reverse shows the Australian Coat of Arms, with a kangaroo and emu supporting a shield beneath the Crown, framed by native flora – a strong national symbol that defined Australia’s silver coinage for decades.

Key Features:

• Year: 1939
• Denomination: Florin
• Condition: Uncirculated
• Metal Content: 92.5% Silver
• Obverse: Portrait of King George VI
• Reverse: Australian Coat of Arms
• Early issue of the modern florin design

This 1939 Florin in uncirculated condition is an excellent example of high-grade Australian pre-decimal silver, offering strong visual appeal and historical significance for collectors.