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numismatic
[ noo-miz-mat-ik, -mis-, nyoo- ]
adjective
- of, relating to, or consisting of coins, medals, paper money, etc.
- pertaining to numismatics.
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Other Words From
- numis·mati·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.
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An interesting view of the progress of Europe might be obtained from a philosophical study of its numismatic remains.
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The archæological, historical, and artistic importance of the vase is very great, and may be compared with the numismatic art.
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The museum has a rich ceramic collection and art, numismatic and natural history collections.
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Has our correspondent consulted Mr. Akerman's Numismatic Manual?
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