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1927 Canberra Parliament House Commemorative Florin

Overview
Australia'S First Commemorative Coin, Celebrating The Opening Of The First Parliament House In Canberra. This Exceptional Piece Represents A Pivotal Moment In Australian History, Struck By The Royal Mint Melbourne Branch In 1927. The Coin Is Mounted In A Protective Acrylic Capsule Presentation Card, Preserving This Historically Significant Numismatic Treasure.

Specifications
Coin Type: One Florin Commemorative
Year Of Issue: 1927
Metal: Silver/Copper
Weight: 11.313 Grams
Diameter: 28.50Mm
Mintage: 2,000,000
Quality: Vf (Very Fine)
Struck By: Royal Mint, Melbourne Branch<

Obverse
Features The Left-Facing Profile Of King George V With The Inscription "Georgivs V D G Britt Omn Rex F D Ind Imp" Around The Circumference. The Portrait Displays The Characteristic Detail And Sharp Relief Of Early 20Th-Century Royal Mint Craftsmanship.

Reverse
Depicts Parliament House Canberra In An Ornamental Oval Frame, Flanked By Decorative Flourishes And The Date "1927" Prominently Displayed. The Inscription Reads "Parliament House Australia" With "One Florin" At The Base. The Reverse Design Celebrates The Architectural Achievement And Political Significance Of The New Parliament House.

Historical Significance
This Commemorative Florin Marks The Opening Of Australia'S First Parliament House In Canberra, Representing The Nation'S Transition To A New Capital City And A Pivotal Moment In Australian Governance. As Australia'S First Commemorative Coin, It Holds Considerable Numismatic And Historical Value.

Condition
The Coin Displays Vf (Very Fine) Condition With Clear Detail Visible On Both Obverse And Reverse. The Portrait Of King George V Shows Sharp Definition, And The Parliament House Reverse Maintains Excellent Legibility. Minor Surface Wear Consistent With Age And Circulation Is Present, With No Significant Damage, Cleaning, Or Restoration Evident. The Coin Remains Secure Within Its Protective Acrylic Capsule Presentation.

Presentation
Housed In An Official Royal Mint Commemorative Presentation Card With Printed Specifications And Historical Context. The Protective Acrylic Capsule Ensures Preservation And Allows Full Visibility Of Both Sides Of The Coin.

Market Context
1927 Canberra Parliament House Commemorative Florins In Vf Condition Represent Increasingly Scarce Examples Of Early Australian Numismatic History. As Australia'S First Commemorative Coin, This Piece Appeals To Serious Numismatists, Australian History Collectors, And Investors In Historical Precious Metals.

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