scripophily

[ skri-pof-uh-lee ]

noun

1. the collecting by hobbyists of old stock certificates and bonds that have no intrinsic value other than their aesthetic appeal or relative rarity.

scripophily

/ skrɪˈpɒfɪlɪ; ˈskrɪpəʊˌfaɪl /

noun

1. the hobby of collecting bonds and share certificates, esp those of historical interest

Derived Forms

• scripophile, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of scripophily¹

First recorded in 1975–80; scrip ¹ + -o- + -phily

Word History and Origins

Origin of scripophily¹

C20: from scrip ¹+ -o- + -phily, from Greek philos loving

Example Sentences

This buying and selling of finance-adjacent memorabilia is a cousin of scripophily, the collecting of stock certificates: a niche hobby among, mostly, financial professionals and history buffs.

From Seattle Times