UK 2p coin
A UK 2p coin is the two-pence denomination of the decimal pound sterling circulation coinage.
Also known as: British 2p coin, two pence coin
How big is it?
2.591 cm across
Also 1.02 in
Specified diameter · specified
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About the same scale as UK 50p coin.
UK 50p coin: A UK 50p coin is the seven-sided fifty-pence denomination of the decimal pound sterling circulation coinage.
Measurements, assumptions & sources +
UK 2p coin
The current UK two-pence circulation coin is 25.91 mm in diameter, 2.03 mm thick and weighs 7.12 g. Current pieces are copper-plated steel.
Royal Mint — UK coin designs and specifications
The marked specified diameter is calibrated. Unmeasured illustration details are representative.
UK 50p coin
The current UK fifty-pence circulation coin has a 27.3 mm maximum diameter, is 1.78 mm thick and weighs 8 g. Its equilateral-curve heptagon has constant breadth.
Royal Mint — UK coin designs and specifications
The marked specified maximum diameter is calibrated. Unmeasured illustration details are representative.
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Why we use 2.591 cm
For comparison, this page uses specified diameter. The record labels this value specified, so the stated convention rather than an inferred average controls the comparison.
The current UK two-pence circulation coin is 25.91 mm in diameter, 2.03 mm thick and weighs 7.12 g. Current pieces are copper-plated steel.
The marked horizontal span follows the named feature; transparent margins and unmeasured details do not alter it. How calibrated comparisons work →
Recorded properties
UK 2p coin dimensions and measurements
| Property | Selected value | Recorded range | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.591 cm | Not recorded | specified | |
| 2.03 mm | Not recorded | specified | |
| 7.12 g | Not recorded | specified |
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Nearest higher value · Everyday thingsUK 50p coin2.73 cmA UK 50p coin is the seven-sided fifty-pence denomination of the decimal pound sterling circulation coinage.Sources and method
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- Royal Mint — UK coin designs and specificationsCurrent circulation denomination dimensions, masses, compositions and design history.
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