NUMISMATOLOGY

numismatics, numismatology, coin collecting, coin collection

(noun) the collection and study of money (and coins in particular)

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Noun

numismatology (uncountable)

numismatics

Source: Wiktionary


Nu*mis`ma*tol"o*gy, n. Etym: [L. numisma, -atis + -logy.]

Definition: The science which treats of coins and medals, in their relation to history; numismatics.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

22 April 2025

BRIGHT

(adjective) made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow; “bright silver candlesticks”; “a burnished brass knocker”; “she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves”; “rows of shining glasses”; “shiny black patents”


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