What does the cryptic crossword clue "Money excellent following strikes (6,8)" mean?

The definition is "Money". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). POUNDS (synonym="strikes") + STERLING (synonym="excellent") = POUNDS STERLING; definition: "Money" The answer is Pounds sterling.

Money excellent following strikes (6,8)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3041 | 8 Down | 2020-02-02 flower

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