Numismatics

Numismatics

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

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doubled die

Hobbies; Numismatics

Die that received two misaligned impressions from a hub; more commonly, a coin struck by such a die.

reeded edge

Hobbies; Numismatics

Edge of a coin with grooved lines around the perimeter. Also known as a milled edge.

altered date

Hobbies; Numismatics

False date put on a coin to defraud collectors, usually to make it appear more valuable. Such alterations are often easily spotted with the aid of a magnifying glass.

die crack

Hobbies; Numismatics

Fine raised line on a coin that was caused by a crack in the die.

obverse

Hobbies; Numismatics

Front or heads side of coin.

fantasy

Hobbies; Numismatics

Generally a representation of a rare or never issued coin.

laureate

Hobbies; Numismatics

Head crowned with a laurel wreath. The American Barber coins from 1892 to 1915 and the first portrait of Queen Elizabeth II used in Great Britain from 1953 to 1967 are examples.