This configuration provides a highly organized, expandable archival system for Morgan, Peace, and Eisenhower (Ike) Dollars. By pairing a 50-pack of tubes with four 25-count storage boxes, you have enough housing capacity to grow your collection by an additional 50 tubes while keeping your current inventory professionally secured in color-coded "Tan" boxes.
Guardhouse tubes are the preferred choice for high-value silver dollars because they provide superior stability and security over traditional round tubes.
Square-to-Round Design: The square exterior prevents the tubes from rolling—a critical safety feature when handling heavy silver coins—while the interior is perfectly round to prevent rim damage.
Snap-Tight Thumb-Notch Lid: Each tube features a high-tension snap-seal lid. The integrated thumb notch allows you to flick the tube open easily with one hand while ensuring the weight of 20 silver dollars (approx. 1.2 lbs) won't force the cap off if inverted.
Archival Preservation: Guaranteed 100% PVC-free and acid-free. The translucent polypropylene is chemically inert, preventing the "milky spots" or corrosive toning that can occur with low-grade plastics.
Stackable Security: Integrated ledges on the base and lid allow the tubes to "nest" together, making them much safer to stack on a desk during sorting than round alternatives.
| Feature | Specification |
| Quantity | 50 Tubes with Lids |
| Tube Capacity | 20 Large Dollars per tube ($20.00 roll) |
| Total Tube Capacity | 1,000 Large Dollars ($1,000.00 face value) |
| Inside Diameter | 38.1 mm (Standard US Large Dollar) |
| Material | Impact-Resistant, Inert Polypropylene |
The storage boxes (Item #4112) are color-coded Tan to follow the American Banking Association (ABA) standard for the large dollar denomination.
Ultra-Reinforced Build: A full box of 25 tubes containing 500 silver dollars weighs approximately 15 lbs. These boxes are built from thick, multilayer chipboard and reinforced with tape filaments (fiberglass) to ensure the bottom does not sag.
25-Slot Partition System: Each box features a reinforced "egg-crate" divider system. These internal walls keep each tube vertical and isolated, providing the structural columns necessary to stack multiple heavy boxes.
Thumb-Cut Notches: The lid features deep semi-circular cutouts on the sides, ensuring a firm grip on the base so you can remove the lid easily even when the box is fully loaded.
Standardized Fit: While optimized for Guardhouse square tubes, these slots also perfectly accommodate standard round tubes or paper-wrapped bank rolls.
| Feature | Specification |
| Color Code | Tan (Large Dollar) |
| Box Capacity | 25 Tubes per box |
| Total System Capacity | 100 Slots (across 4 boxes) |
| Exterior Dimensions | 9 5/8" L x 9 5/8" W x 2 7/8" H |
| Manufacturing | Made in the USA |
Because you have four boxes (holding 100 tubes total) and one 50-pack of tubes, your system is ready for future expansion:
Current Inventory: You can house your 50 tubes ($1,000.00 face value) in two of the Tan boxes.
Expansion Room: You have two empty Tan boxes (50 open slots) remaining. This is perfect for storing paper-wrapped rolls, future tube purchases, or even loose items like silver bullion bars that fit within the square partitions.