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numismatic

[ noo-miz-mat-ik, -mis-, nyoo- ]

adjective

  1. of, relating to, or consisting of coins, medals, paper money, etc.
  2. pertaining to numismatics.


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Other Words From

  • numis·mati·cal·ly adverb
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Word History and Origins

Origin of numismatic1

1785–95; < New Latin numismaticus < Greek nomismat- (stem of nómisma ) currency + Latin -icus -ic; akin to Greek nómos usage, law
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Example Sentences

These punch marks and the method and machinery with which they were made are described in standard numismatic works.

An interesting view of the progress of Europe might be obtained from a philosophical study of its numismatic remains.

The archæological, historical, and artistic importance of the vase is very great, and may be compared with the numismatic art.

The museum has a rich ceramic collection and art, numismatic and natural history collections.

Has our correspondent consulted Mr. Akerman's Numismatic Manual?

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