florin (Meaning)
florin (n)
the basic unit of money in Suriname; equal to 100 cents
formerly the basic unit of money in the Netherlands; equal to 100 cents
florin (n.)
A silver coin of Florence, first struck in the twelfth century, and noted for its beauty. The name is given to different coins in different countries. The florin of England, first minted in 1849, is worth two shillings, or about 48 cents; the florin of the Netherlands, about 40 cents; of Austria, about 36 cents.
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florin Sentence Examples
- In medieval Europe, the florin was a popular gold coin used for trade.
- She inherited a collection of ancient coins, including several rare florins minted in the 14th century.
- The museum displayed a dazzling array of historical currencies, including Italian florins from the Renaissance period.
- During the Renaissance, the florin was one of the most widely used currencies in Europe.
- The merchant accepted payment in various currencies, including the Venetian florin.
- He purchased a rare book from an antiquarian with a handful of old florins.
- The value of the florin fluctuated significantly during times of economic instability.
- The banker offered to exchange her euros for Hungarian florins before her trip to Budapest.
- The medieval knight paid his squire with a pouch filled with florins for his loyal service.
- Numismatists avidly collect florins from different historical periods for their numismatic value.
FAQs About the word florin
the basic unit of money in Suriname; equal to 100 cents, formerly the basic unit of money in the Netherlands; equal to 100 centsA silver coin of Florence, first
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In medieval Europe, the florin was a popular gold coin used for trade.
She inherited a collection of ancient coins, including several rare florins minted in the 14th century.
The museum displayed a dazzling array of historical currencies, including Italian florins from the Renaissance period.
During the Renaissance, the florin was one of the most widely used currencies in Europe.
