NumisMedia Glossary of Numismatic Terms
Glossary Description:
One of the largest alphabetical indexes of numismatic terms and definitions on the Internet. Offering above 600 terms you have good chances to find what you are looking for. Also important – the website also offers a list of numismatic abbreviations and definitions of General Grading Standards for U.S. Coins.
The only minus of this glossary – it misses out on introducing hyperlinks. Standing in front of 600 terms the novice can feel a bit lost. If not in each definition, but at least terms that refer to alternate terms and “See also..” remarks should be equipped with a hyperlink.
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Example term: Conserved
Numismatic conservation involves examination, scientific analysis, and a reliance upon an extensive base of numismatic knowledge to determine the nature of a coin’s state of preservation and the extent of any damage. Conservation also encompasses appropriate procedures to protect the coin’s original appearance and to guard against future deterioration to whatever extent possible.
Professional conservation should not be confused with “Coin Doctoring”, in which an attempt is made to improve the appearance and grade of a coin through deceptive means such as artificial toning and where unaccepted or unorthodox methods are employed. Also not qualifying as conservation is restoration where mechanical repairs are made such as filling holes, smoothing out scratches, and re-engraving of detail.
Glossary / Dictionary Details
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Posted on November 11, 2011, in Antiques & Collectibles and tagged Coin Collecting, Coin Collecting Glossary, Grading Standards, numismatic abbreviations, Numismatic Terminology, Numismatic Terms, Numismatics. Bookmark the permalink. 1 Comment.
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