Numismatic

usgb/ˌnuːmɪzˈmætɪk/
adjective

Related to the study or collection of coins, paper money, and medals.

He has a numismatic collection of ancient Greek and Roman coins.
Visual representation of "numismatic" - Related to the study or collection of coins, paper money, and medals.

Often appears as...

  • numismatic society
  • numismatic value

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Academic

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Specialized Term

Numismatic is a specific term used by collectors and historians.

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She attended a lecture on numismatic discoveries in medieval Europe.
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Context Clues

Use the surrounding words to understand 'numismatic' refers to money-related collections.

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The museum exhibition featured a numismatic display of 17th-century coins.
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Not Common Currency

'Numismatic' often involves rare or historical money, not everyday cash.

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He donated his valuable numismatic finds to the historical society.
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