The British 1855 Florin, designed by Leonard Charles Wyon, featured a crowned Queen Victoria and was struck in 92.5% silver, reflecting mid-Victorian monetary standards. The British 1855 Florin was part of an effort to decimalize currency, introducing a two-shilling coin to simplify trade and accounting during industrial expansion.
In 1855, the Crimean War continued, straining Britains economy and prompting military and administrative reforms. The British 1855 Florin, with its Gothic-style design, symbolized both national pride and a desire for modernization. Its silver content and styling reinforced stability and imperial strength amid political and economic pressures.