Numismatic Terms

noun a person who collects things, such as stamps, coins, or art

adjective relating to or involved in the act of collecting

• The art collector purchased a rare painting at the auction.
• My neighbor is a big-time collector of vintage cars.
• I heard that dude is a serious sneaker collector.
• She was a collector of memories, holding onto every moment as if it were precious treasure.

noun a person who engraves, especially as an artistic expression or for commercial purposes

• The engraver meticulously carved intricate designs onto the metal plate.
• My friend's dad is an engraver and he makes really cool personalized gifts.
• I heard that new tattoo artist is a sick engraver with the needle.
• She was an engraver of memories, etching each moment into her heart forever.

noun a unit of currency in several countries, including Switzerland and Guinea

• The currency used in France is the franc.
• I heard the franc is worth a lot in Europe.
• I need to exchange some francs for my trip to Paris.
• His love for her was worth more than a million francs.

noun a large medal, typically worn as a decoration or awarded as a prize

adjective medallion (used to describe something resembling or shaped like a medallion)

• The medallion was presented to the winner of the academic excellence award.
• She wore a beautiful medallion around her neck at the party.
• Check out the bling on that medallion!
• The medallion symbolized his achievement and hard work.

noun the place of origin or earliest known history of something

• The provenance of the artwork was meticulously researched by the museum's experts.
• They couldn't figure out the provenance of the old vase they found in the attic.
• I'm not sure about the provenance of this car, it seems a bit sketchy.
• The provenance of his wealth is shrouded in mystery.

noun money in coin

• The conservation efforts are focused on protecting endangered specie in the region.
• I heard that they found a rare specie of bird in the forest.
• Check out this cool specie of fish I caught while fishing!
• In the world of business, adaptability is a valuable specie to possess.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

• The official document was stamped with the government seal.
• I stamped my foot in frustration when I found out the news.
• She stamped out of the room in a huff.
• His unique style of music is stamped with his signature sound.

noun a mark or impression made by pressing or striking

verb to impress or mark with a stamp

• The machine was used for precision stamping of metal parts.
• I love stamping my passport with all the different countries I've visited.
• She's really good at stamping out rumors before they spread.
• His words had a stamping effect on her emotions, leaving her feeling shaken.

noun a valuable discovery or find, especially of something that was not previously known or recognized

• The archaeologists discovered a treasure trove of ancient artifacts buried beneath the ruins.
• I can't believe we found a treasure trove of old comic books in the attic!
• Dude, I scored a treasure trove of vintage vinyl records at the flea market.
• The library is a treasure trove of knowledge waiting to be explored.

noun a former British coin worth two pennies

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• She found a tuppence in the pocket of her coat.
• I wouldn't give you tuppence for that old car.
• He doesn't have tuppence to his name.
• His opinion is not worth tuppence in this matter.

noun a type of postage stamp issued in Britain in 1840, known for being the world's first adhesive postage stamp

• The Penny Black was the world's first adhesive postage stamp, issued in Great Britain in 1840.
• Do you collect Penny Black stamps? I heard they're quite valuable.
• I found a Penny Black stamp in my grandma's old letters - it's pretty cool!
• Her words were like a Penny Black stamp, leaving a lasting impression on everyone who read them.

noun a manuscript or book having writing on one side of the page only

• The ancient manuscript was written on an anopisthograph, with text on both sides of the parchment.
• I found a rare anopisthograph book at the antique store, it's pretty cool.
• Check out this funky anopisthograph I stumbled upon in my grandpa's attic.
• Her mind was like an anopisthograph, constantly flipping between different thoughts and ideas.

noun a person who collects or studies postage stamps

• The philatelist spent hours meticulously examining and cataloging his collection of rare stamps.
• My friend is a huge philatelist and loves collecting stamps from all over the world.
• I didn't know you were such a stamp nerd, I guess you're a real philatelist!
• She approached her work like a philatelist, carefully examining every detail before making a decision.

noun a former gold coin of Egypt, introduced in 1820 and equal to 100 piastres

• The abassi was a type of currency used in the Ottoman Empire.
• I found an old abassi coin while digging in the backyard.
• Hey, can you lend me a few abassis for lunch?
• Her smile was like a shining abassi in the midst of a dark room.

noun Abbasi is a surname of Arabic origin, often used to refer to someone belonging to the Abbasi family or lineage.

• The Abbasi dynasty ruled over the Mughal Empire during the 17th century.
• I heard that Abbasi family is hosting a big party next weekend.
• Hey, did you see that Abbasi guy at the party last night? He was hilarious!
• The Abbasi name has become synonymous with wealth and power in our community.

noun a British coin worth one twentieth of a pound

adjective pertaining to or related to the British coin ackey

• The ackey is a type of currency used in Jamaica.
• I found an ackey on the ground and picked it up.
• Hey, do you have any spare ackeys for the vending machine?
• His words were like ackeys, valuable but hard to come by.