numismatics — the study or collection of coins, paper money, and medals
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the study or collection of coins, paper money, and medals
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌnuːmɪzˈmætɪks/
Korean meaning: 동전, 지폐, 메달의 연구나 수집
Korean pronunciation: 누미즈**매**틱스
Example Sentences
- Professor Smith's numismatics course was so fascinating that students started checking their pocket change for valuable coins.
- The museum's numismatics department houses over 50,000 coins from different civilizations.
- Thanks to numismatics, we discovered that medieval merchants were surprisingly international traders.
numismatics
NOUN//ˌnuːmɪzˈmætɪks//
the study or collection of coins, paper money, and medals
an elderly expert carefully examines a rare gold coin through a magnifying glass while seated at a wooden desk. The numismatist compares the coin to reference images in an open book showing similar historical pieces. After close inspection, he places the authenticated coin into a protective display case. A younger apprentice watches intently and takes notes about the coin's features and historical significance. Various ancient coins, paper bills, and commemorative medals are spread across the examination table. the systematic study and collection of coins, paper money, and medals
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'nomisma' meaning 'coin' or 'currency', which comes from 'nomizein' meaning 'to use' or 'to hold as custom'. The study of coins and currency has been practiced since ancient Greek times.
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📝Examples
“Professor Smith's numismatics course was so fascinating that students started checking their pocket change for valuable coins.”
“The museum's numismatics department houses over 50,000 coins from different civilizations.”
“Thanks to numismatics, we discovered that medieval merchants were surprisingly international traders.”
“His wife thought his numismatics hobby was just an expensive way to avoid doing housework.”
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