🪙 1887 Great Britain 4 Shillings (Double Florin) – Arabic “1” in Date
Grade: NGC AU Details – Reverse Cleaned
Variety: Arabic “1” date (scarcer collectable variety)
A classic large Victorian silver issue from the Golden Jubilee year of Queen Victoria, this 1887 Double Florin is a standout piece for any UK type specialist. Struck in sterling silver (.925), the 4-shilling denomination was only issued for a few years and today has strong collector interest — especially in the Arabic “1” in date variety.
This example has been authenticated and graded by NGC, with a designation of:
➡ AU Details – Reverse Cleaned
Meaning the coin has excellent detail and light wear consistent with About Uncirculated preservation, but the reverse has evidence of prior cleaning, which affects originality and collectable premium.
🔍 Condition & Eye Appeal
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Attractive natural toning on obverse and fields
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Sharp portrait and legend
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Only light friction at high points
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Reverse shows cleaning marks — graded as Details rather than a straight numeric grade
Despite the cleaning, this is still a very nice survivor for the series and presents well in the slab.
