British circulating · Storage guide
Best storage options for £1 and £2 coins
Collectors of commemorative British coinage often want to protect the round £1, the 12-sided £1 and the £2. The older round £1 is 22.5 mm and frames well in a 22 mm capsule.
£1 round coin (22.5 mm)
Frequently asked questions
What size capsule fits the Pound coins?
The Pound coins comes in these sizes and matching capsules: £1 round coin (22.5 mm). Match the capsule’s inside diameter to your coin.
What is the best way to store a Pound coins?
The current 12-sided £1 and the bi-metallic £2 are larger and thicker; measure before ordering, as the shaped edge can affect fit. A PVC-free acrylic capsule, either direct fit or black ring, protects the coin from handling, dust and air.
Still measuring up? Try the capsule finder to match your coin in a couple of clicks, browse the coin size guide by diameter, or filter the full capsule range by size and holder type. Buy 20 of any capsule and a matching storage tube is added free.
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