EXERGUES

Noun

exergues

plural of exergue

Source: Wiktionary


EXERGUE

Ex*ergue", n. Etym: [F.,fr.Gr. i.e., accessory work. See Work.] (Numis.)

Definition: The small space beneath the base line of a subject engraved on a coin or medal. It usually contains the date, place, engraver's name, etc., or other subsidiary matter. Fairholt.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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