British circulating · Storage guide
Best storage options for pre-decimal and circulating UK coins
Shillings, pennies and other pre-decimal British coins each have their own diameter. A shilling is about 24 mm and fits the A24 direct fit; larger coppers need a wider H capsule.
1 Shilling (24 mm)
Coins around 22 mm in a framed display
Good to know: Pre-decimal coins vary by reign and year. The coin size guide lists British coins by diameter so you can match older pieces precisely.
Still measuring up? The coin size guide lists every coin by diameter, and our full capsule range can be filtered by size and holder type. Buy 20 of any capsule and a matching storage tube is added free.
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