Numismatics

Numismatics

The study or collection of currency, including coins, tokens, paper money, and related objects.

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holey dollar

Hobbies; Numismatics

Spanish 8 Real coin with a hole in centre, stamped with New South Wales 1813 on obverse and five shilling on reverse.

cameo

Hobbies; Numismatics

Strong distinction in the surface appearance of foreground devices relative to the field. Proof coins often exhibit this feature.

patina

Hobbies; Numismatics

Surface film caused by oxidation, usually green or brown, mostly found on older silver, copper or bronze coins.

bag mark

Hobbies; Numismatics

Surface mark, or nick, on a coin usually from contact with other coins in a mint bag. More often seen on large gold or silver coins. Also called "contact marks".

circulated

Hobbies; Numismatics

Term used to indicate a coin that has wear.

assay

Hobbies; Numismatics

Test to ascertain the weight and purity of a coin.

The condition of a coin or amount of wear that a coin has received. Common grade terms used in North America, from worst to best, are Poor (Po), Fair (Fr), About Good (AG), Good (G), Very Good (VG), ...