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The Ten Shilling Coin (Florin)

The ten shilling coin, also known as the <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Florin">Florin</a>, was a pre-decimal British coin worth one-tenth of a pound sterling.

• Introduction: The Florin was introduced in 1849, as part of an effort to introduce a decimal currency system. It was initially called the "decimal shilling."

• Value: It had a value of two shillings, or 24 pence in pre-decimal currency. This is equivalent to 10 new pence after decimalisation in 1971.

• Design: Early versions featured a controversial design omitting the traditional <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Dei%20Gratia">Dei Gratia</a> ("By the Grace of God") from the monarch's title, leading to the nickname "Godless Florin." Later versions rectified this omission.

• Metal Composition: The coin was made of sterling silver (.925 silver).

• Production Years: It was minted from 1849 until 1967, ceasing production before decimalisation.

• Purpose: The Florin was intended to be a step towards a fully decimal currency, but its role in the transition was limited, and it was eventually replaced when the UK adopted decimal currency.

• Popular Nicknames: In addition to 'Godless Florin', due to its value of two shillings, it was sometimes referred to as a "two bob" coin.

• Size and weight: The standard weight was 11.3 grams and diameter was 28.5 mm.

• <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Legacy">Legacy</a>: Although it is no longer in circulation, the Florin is a reminder of the historical efforts to decimalise British currency and is a popular item for coin collectors.