The British 1914 Florin coin, designed by George William de Saulles, featured King George V’s portrait and a reverse design of Britannia. Struck in 92.5% silver, it symbolized Britain’s strength and stability on the eve of World War I. The year 1914 marked a period of political uncertainty and global tension, with the coins design reflecting national pride.
The 1914 Florin also emerged during the economic strains leading to the war. The silver content of the coin reinforced Britain’s reliance on precious metals, while the design evoked unity and patriotism, symbolizing a confident nation just before the turmoil of war would dramatically change the political and economic landscape.