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Numismatist: meaning, definitions and examples

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numismatist

 

[ njuหหˆmษชz.mษ™.tษชst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

coin collector

A numismatist is an expert or enthusiast who studies or collects currency, including coins, tokens, paper money, and related objects. Their interests often extend to the history of currency, the art of coin design, and the economics of collecting. Many numismatists actively participate in numismatic organizations and attend conventions to trade or showcase their collections. The field of numismatics is not only about the monetary value of items but also about their historical and cultural significance.

Synonyms

coin collector, currency enthusiast, money collector

Examples of usage

  • The numismatist displayed his rare coins at the exhibition.
  • As a numismatist, she spends hours researching the history behind each coin.
  • The local museum invited a numismatist to give a lecture on ancient currency.

Translations

Translations of the word "numismatist" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น numismata

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเฅ‹เคŸเฅ‹เค‚ เค•เคพ เคตเคฟเคถเฅ‡เคทเคœเฅเคž

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Numismatiker

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ numismatis

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝัƒะผั–ะทะผะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ numizmatyk

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ณใ‚คใƒณๅŽ้›†ๅฎถ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท numismate

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ numismรกtico

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท nรผmismat

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ™”ํ ์ˆ˜์ง‘๊ฐ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎุจูŠุฑ ููŠ ุงู„ุนู…ู„ุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ numismatik

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ numizmatik

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้’ฑๅธๅญฆๅฎถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ numizmatik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ peningasafnari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฝัƒะผะธะทะผะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒฃแƒ›แƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒแƒขแƒ˜แƒ™แƒแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ numizmat

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ numismรกtico

Etymology

The term 'numismatist' originates from the Latin 'numismatis', which means 'coin', derived from the Greek word 'nomisma', meaning 'currency' or 'money'. The study of coins dates back to ancient civilizations, where coins served not just as a means of trade but also as a method of propaganda, showcasing the power and achievements of rulers. In the 19th century, numismatics emerged as a distinct field of study, particularly with the advent of organized collecting societies and the establishment of museums dedicated to currency. During this period, numismatists began formalizing their methods of classification and analysis, leading to the development of various catalogs and publications. Today, the field encompasses not only coin collecting but also the study of banknotes, tokens, and medallions, reflecting a growing interest in the broader aspects of monetary history and economics.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,054, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.