How to Use numismatic in a Sentence

numismatic

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  • Because gold bars don't carry collectible or numismatic value, their price tends to track spot gold more closely.
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
  • The value of bullion coins tracks the market price of gold, unlike numismatic coins, which are valued for rarity.
    — Sharon Wu, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
  • Some specialty or numismatic pieces might have premiums of 20% or more above spot value.
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 12 Jan. 2026
  • An incredible piece of numismatic history could soon be yours.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Sep. 2025
  • But the value of collectible coins, sometimes called numismatic coins, depends on rarity and beauty.
    — Hanna Kozlowska, Quartz, 18 Nov. 2019
  • The folly of fake coins Counterfeit coins have long been a thorn in the side of the numismatic world and federal authorities.
    — Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2025
  • Unlike many types of silver coins, there's no face value, no numismatic component and no confusion about design changes to contend with.
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
  • But notably, the long-betting investors in this space see today’s numismatic delirium as a distraction.
    — Robert Hackett, Fortune, 22 Aug. 2017
  • There will also be a coin auction, refreshments, and a numismatic presentation.
    — Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2025
  • With this numismatic niche, the only cost is the face value of the coins pulled from the rolls; hobbyists typically return any change that isn’t taken for their collection.
    — Daisy Maxey, WSJ, 6 May 2018
  • Users can browse collections of blue-and-white ceramics, numismatic specimens (also known as coins), and presidential portraits, among others.
    — Meilan Solly, Smithsonian Magazine, 17 Mar. 2020
  • Their product catalog also includes numismatic, collectible, and premium coins.
    — Laxmi Corp, The Salt Lake Tribune, 12 July 2022
  • Investors should approach collectible or numismatic coins with care unless they are experienced in that niche, as these products often carry high premiums and fluctuating value.
    — Max Baecker, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
  • This particular bill had a very low serial number for the 2003 series and was sold through Heritage Auctions, the largest numismatic auction house in the world.
    — Doc Louallen, The Arizona Republic, 26 July 2024
  • In 1987, on the day after Thanksgiving, Friedmann appeared at the locked glass door of the Coin Purse, a numismatic shop in Nashville.
    — James Verini, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026
  • This show presented by Midwest Expos will have coins, currency, cards, tokens, medals, modern and vintage toys and collectibles along with numismatic treasures from vendors from across Michigan.
    — Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 7 Jan. 2023
  • Scrutinize coin markups and collectible upsells Some gold IRA operators steer investors toward numismatic or collectible coins rather than standard gold bullion bars and coins.
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Collectible and numismatic coins Numismatic or semi-collectible silver coins sit in a different category completely.
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
  • The government will continue to produce numismatic versions of the penny, or ones intended for collectors and historical purposes rather than regular circulation, in limited quantities.
    — Connor Greene, Time, 13 Nov. 2025
  • The numismatic razzle dazzle is sure to add even more shine to the year-long commemoration of the 1867 confederation of Canadian colonies into the Dominion of Canada.
    — Jason Daley, Smithsonian, 15 June 2017
  • This extraordinary auction has not only captivated the numismatic community but also provided a blueprint for future estate planning and cultural preservation efforts worldwide.
    — Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024
  • This set epitomizes the pinnacle of American numismatic beauty and historical significance, aligning perfectly with the company's mission to offer unparalleled hard assets to its global clients.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Feb. 2024
  • For pure silver content by weight, nothing beats the Silver Eagle, but the Morgan Dollar and its pre-1965 cousins represent the sweet spot for everyday collectors who want silver content combined with historical and numismatic appeal.
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026

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