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Flashcards on Numismatics
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What is numismatics?
The study and collection of coins.
What do numismatists study?
Coins, banknotes, and other forms of currency.
What is the term for someone who collects coins?
A numismatist or a coin collector.
Why do people collect coins?
For historical, cultural, and monetary value.
What is the oldest known coin?
The Lydian Lion coin, minted in present-day Turkey around 600 BCE.
What are some famous coin collections?
The British Museum's collection, the Smithsonian's National Numismatic Collection, and the American Numismatic Society's collection.
What is the numismatic value of a coin?
The value of a coin based on its rarity, condition, and demand among collectors.
What is a proof coin?
A specially made coin with a high-quality finish, often for collectors.
What is exonumia?
Collectible objects related to coins, such as tokens, medals, and badges.
What is a challenge coin?
A coin given to individuals to symbolize membership or achievement.
What is a mule coin?
A coin struck with mismatched obverse and reverse dies, often resulting in a rare and valuable error coin.
What is a hoard?
A large collection of coins buried or hidden during times of war or unrest.
What is the American Numismatic Association (ANA)?
The largest non-profit organization for coin collectors and numismatists in the United States.
What is a bi-metallic coin?
A coin made from two different metals, often with a ring of one metal surrounded by a core of another.
What is a pattern coin?
A coin struck to test a new design or metal composition before production.
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What is numismatics?
The study and collection of coins.
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What do numismatists study?
Coins, banknotes, and other forms of currency.
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Chemical reactions and compounds.
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What is the term for someone who collects coins?
A numismatist or a coin collector.
An archaeologist or a historian.
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Why do people collect coins?
For historical, cultural, and monetary value.
For athletic achievements and records.
For culinary experiences and recipes.
For political campaigns and elections.
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What is the oldest known coin?
The Egyptian Pyramid coin.
The Lydian Lion coin, minted in present-day Turkey around 600 BCE.
The Roman Empire Denarius coin.
The Chinese Ming Dynasty coin.
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What is the numismatic value of a coin?
The value of a coin based on its rarity, condition, and demand among collectors.
The value of a coin based on its weight and size.
The value of a coin based on its age and historical significance.
The value of a coin based on its cultural and artistic beauty.
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What is a mule coin?
A coin struck with mismatched obverse and reverse dies, often resulting in a rare and valuable error coin.
A coin famous for its intricate engravings and designs.
A coin made from multiple metals or alloys.
A coin used in ancient Greek city-states.
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What is a hoard?
A large collection of coins buried or hidden during times of war or unrest.
A musical instrument with strings and keys.
A type of ancient pottery or ceramics.
A method of ancient transportation involving animals.
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What is the American Numismatic Association (ANA)?
The largest non-profit organization for coin collectors and numismatists in the United States.
A government agency responsible for minting coins.
A famous coin collection located in Europe.
A university program offering degrees in numismatics.
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What is a bi-metallic coin?
A coin made from two different metals, often with a ring of one metal surrounded by a core of another.
A coin made from biodegradable materials.
A coin used in religious rituals and ceremonies.
A coin exclusively used in a particular country or region.
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