British circulating · Storage guide
Best storage options for pre-decimal and circulating UK coins
Pre-decimal British coins each have their own diameter, so the right capsule depends on the coin. A shilling is about 24 mm, an old penny about 31 mm, and a half crown about 32 mm. Match the capsule to the coin you are storing, or check the coin size guide for the exact figure.
Half Crown (32 mm)
Penny (31 mm)
Halfpenny (25 mm)
1 Shilling (24 mm)
Coins around 22 mm in a framed display
Frequently asked questions
What size capsule fits the Pre-decimal UK coins?
The Pre-decimal UK coins comes in these sizes and matching capsules: Half Crown (32 mm); Penny (31 mm); Halfpenny (25 mm); 1 Shilling (24 mm); Coins around 22 mm in a framed display. Match the capsule’s inside diameter to your coin.
What is the best way to store a Pre-decimal UK coins?
Pre-decimal coins vary by reign and year. The coin size guide lists British coins by diameter so you can match older pieces precisely. 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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