Glossary Categories: N

January 17, 2026

Base metal used extensively in coinage as a substitute for silver, frequently alloyed with copper to make cupro-nickel.

January 17, 2026

Coins that, though technically valid for use, do not circulate in practice (such as silver and gold commemoratives). Abbreviated to…

January 17, 2026

(from Latin numisma, coin) The study and collection of paper money, coins and medals.