1949 Great Britain Two Shillings Coin King George VI

Own a classic piece of British numismatic history! This 1949 Two Shillings coin (also known as a Florin) features the portrait of King George VI and is an excellent addition for any collector of vintage UK currency.

Coin Details:

• Country: United Kingdom

• Denomination: Two Shillings (Florin)

• Year: 1949

• Obverse: Portrait of King George VI with inscription: "GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX"

• Reverse: Crowned Tudor rose flanked by a shamrock and thistle, with the inscription: "FID DEF TWO SHILLINGS 1949"

• Material: Cupro-nickel (non-silver, post-1946)

• Diameter: Approx. 28.5 mm

• Weight: Approx. 11.3 grams

• Condition: Good circulated condition see photos for exact condition. 

Historical Note:
This coin was issued during the reign of King George VI, the father of Queen Elizabeth II. It is part of the post-war British coinage and marks the transition era before the decimalisation of UK currency.