US Cent / Penny (1858–present)
Recommended holder
Penny — 19.05 mm
Coin Shield 2×2 cardboard coin holder
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Coin Sizing Guide
At a glance
Quick Size Chart
| Size | Millimeters | Inches | Common Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penny | 19.05 mm | 0.750 in | Cents and similarly sized small coins |
| Nickel | 21.21 mm | 0.835 in | Nickels and near-nickel diameter pieces |
| Dime | 17.91 mm | 0.705 in | Dimes, trimes, and quarter eagles |
| Quarter | 24.26 mm | 0.955 in | Quarters and some small gold pieces |
| Half Dollar | 30.61 mm | 1.205 in | US half dollars across major types |
| Small Dollar | 26.49 mm | 1.043 in | Modern dollars and select larger cents |
| Large Dollar | 38.10 mm | 1.500 in | Classic silver dollars and Ike dollars |
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Penny holder
6 compatible coins
Opening: 19.05 mm
Flying Eagle Cent (1856–1858)
Recommended holder
Penny — 19.05 mm
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Indian Head Cent (1859–1909)
Recommended holder
Penny — 19.05 mm
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Lincoln Wheat Penny (1909–1958)
Recommended holder
Penny — 19.05 mm
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Draped Bust Dime (1796–1807)
Recommended holder
Penny — 19.05 mm
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Capped Bust Dime (1809–1837)
Recommended holder
Penny — 19.05 mm
Coin Shield 2×2 cardboard coin holder
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