1953 florin value - New Zealand
What is a 1953 New Zealand florin coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1953 florin from NZ.
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| VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
| $2.50 | $5 | $10 | $30 | $50 | $90+ |
Values are in New Zealand Dollars
Based on European Grading System
Further information on grading, condition, detractors, and
how to assess your coin can be found further down this page.
New Zealand
florin
Elizabeth II
1953
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The obverse features the laureate bust
of young Elizabeth II, facing right.
The surrounding legend reads:
'QUEEN ELIZABETH THE SECOND'
images courtesy of M. Dixon
Notes:
First Queen Elizabeth II era New Zealand florin.
| Monarch | Queen Elizabeth II |
| Edge | reeded |
| Weight | 11.31 grams |
| Diameter | 28.6 mm |
| Comp | cupro-nickel |
| Minted | London, England |
| Mintage | approx. 257,000 |
| Scarcity | less common for period |
| Obverse | Mary Gillick |
| Reverse | George Kruger Grey |
1953 New Zealand
florin specifications
1953 New Zealand
florin design
The 1953 New Zealand florin reverse
shows a foraging kiwi facing left.
'NEW ZEALAND' is above the main
design, and 'ONE FLORIN' and the
date below.
The retail value of a 1953
New Zealand florin can
range from $2.50 to over
$90, depending on grade,
condition, desirability, and
demand.
Our guide below shows retail
estimates based on grade.
links to our self-help pages on coin assessment
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Grading Terms
| VG | Very Good |
| F | Fine |
| VF | Very Fine |
| EF | Extremely Fine |
| aUnc | about Uncirculated |
| Unc | Uncirculated |