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Numismatics

From , former About.com Guide

Definition: Numismatics is the scientific analysis and study of money and the uses to which people have put money throughout history. When coin collectors use the word numismatics, though, they generally mean the study of coins in particular. A wider and more correct definition includes the study and collecting of all money-related items such as banknotes, tokens, medals, bullion rounds, etc.

See also: Numismatist
Examples:
Scholars who study ancient coins are said to be studying the science of numismatics.

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