The British 1898 Florin, designed by Sir Edward Poynter, features a classic depiction of Britannia. Struck in 92.5% sterling silver, it represented the British Empires wealth at the height of the Victorian era, a time of industrial dominance and global expansion. The coin reflected the empires strength, symbolized by Britannia, amid the economic prosperity of the late 19th century.
Politically, the British 1898 Florin circulated during the reign of Queen Victoria, marking stability and imperial pride. Poynters design, embodying both power and grace, mirrored the nations global influence, which was supported by its silver-based currency as Britain’s economic power expanded.