Florin/ˈflɔːrɪn/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Historic Currency The UK florin is no longer in use, so it's a historical term now. He collected antique coins including shillings and florins. Pro Tip 2/3Value Recognition The worth of old florins can vary greatly, appealing to coin collectors. This Victorian florin is quite valuable to collectors. Pro Tip 3/3Two Shillings A florin was worth two shillings, or a tenth of a pound, before decimalization. I need a ten-shilling note or five florins for this purchase.