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2.54 cmLength · definition
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UK 2p coin
A UK 2p coin is the two-pence denomination of the decimal pound sterling circulation coinage.
2.59 cmSpecified diameter
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The diameter of a UK 2p coin is about 1.02 times 1 inch.
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1 inch
Length: 2.54 cm; definition.
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UK 2p coin
Specified diameter: 2.59 cm; specified.
Copper-plated steel UK 2p: 25.9 mm diameter, 2.03 mm thickness and 7.12 g mass. Bronze coins are 1.85 mm thick. Both alloys were used in 1998, so a year alone does not establish material.
Royal Mint — 2p specifications
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UK 2p coin
2.59 cmSpecified diameter · specified
Copper-plated steel UK 2p: 25.9 mm diameter, 2.03 mm thickness and 7.12 g mass. Bronze coins are 1.85 mm thick. Both alloys were used in 1998, so a year alone does not establish material.
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- The diameter of a UK 2p coin is about 1.02 times 1 inch. The diameter of a UK 2p coin is approximately 1.97% greater than 1 inch.
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