Abstract: A compact disc package includes a protective envelope for receiving a compact disc and a protective jacket having a pouch for receiving the protective envelope with the compact disc therein, the protective envelope having a pocket with a depth less than one-half the diameter of the compact disc for retaining the compact disc within the pocket with a major portion of the compact disc and a major portion of the central aperture of the compact disc exposed for grasping, when the protective envelope is opened, and a tapered envelope portion for facilitating insertion of the protective envelope into the pouch of the protective jacket, when the protective envelope is closed, the protective jacket further including a plurality of panels arranged for folding to retain the protective envelope, with the compact disc therein, securely within the protective jacket.