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The slabs have a header space where you can place a label describing the coin. Coin Slabs are similar to the Coin Snaps as they also have two layers of polystyrene that press together, however the Coin Slabs are larger. The next coin storage method is a Coin Display Slab. To store a collection of coins in Coin Snaps, BCW offers Single Row, and Double Row Coin Boxes. The foam is black, with white paper adhered to one side, so you can write on the white label if desired. A form insert sits between the plastic to center the coin. These are two layers of crystal-clear polystyrene that press together. Other collectors prefer to store the paper flips in coin boxes.įor coin protection that’s thicker than paper flips, BCW offers 2″ x 2″ Coin Snaps. To further organize coins placed in 2″ x 2″ flips, some collectors prefer to place the flips in clear pocket pages and then in 3-ring binders. This flip has one 2″ x 2″ pocket to hold the coin, and a second pocket to hold a 2″ x 2″ label. This method is good if you want a large space to label your coin. This version eliminates the need for staples and the potential of scratching a coin against a staple.īCW also offers a 2″ x 2″ Double Pocket Vinyl Flip. The second closure method is a Peel-n-Seal Paper Flip system, using an adhesive to keep the flip closed. The first closure method is to staple the paper flip close with the enclosed coin. The difference in the styles are the closure technique.
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In both instances, the paper and polyester are almost identical. The circular die-cut hole is covered by a thin polyester (Mylar) which is an acid-free, archival-safe material.īCW offers two varieties of paper flips. Unfolded, Paper Flips are 4″ x 2″, which are folded to 2″ x 2″, with the coin sandwiched between the layers (the exception are 2.5″ x 2.5″ Paper Flips for larger Eagle/Crown coins). The diameter of the opening in the BCW coin holders are slightly larger than these USA coins so the coins fit in the holders properly.Ĭoin Flips are a very common storage solution for coins, as this method is affordable and reliable. For coins from other nations, or commemorative coins, tokens, or chips, please compare the diameter of your coin to the US coin diameters listed below. If your goal is to protect individual coins or a larger collection, BCW Supplies has several storage solutions.īCW coin supplies are sized for American coins. Those systems are excellent if your goal is to collect each of the coins in a series.
#DIAMETERS OF US COINS SERIES#
Some collectors use coin folders or albums listing all of the years, mints, and special series of a coin. There are several methods for storing a coin collection.