About this Study Set
This study set covers Numismatics through
18 practice questions.
A quiz covering the study and history of coins, currencies, and their features. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
Questions & Answers
Browse all 18 questions from the
Numismatics for Young Scholars study set below.
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1
What is the formal name for the study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money?
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A
Philately
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B
Numismatics
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C
Archaeology
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D
Cartography
2
What is the name of the side of a coin that usually features the main design or the head of a leader?
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A
Reverse
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B
Edge
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C
Obverse
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D
Rim
3
What is the term for the metal ring or raised border around the edge of a coin?
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A
Rim
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B
Planchet
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C
Legend
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D
Field
4
What do we call the blank piece of metal before it is struck by a coin die?
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A
Bullion
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B
Planchet
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C
Token
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D
Specie
5
What is the 'Reverse' side of a coin commonly referred to as in casual terms?
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A
The head
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B
The tails
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C
The face
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D
The inscription
6
What are the small ridges found on the edges of many coins called?
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A
Reeding
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B
Lettering
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C
Cladding
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D
Striking
7
Which of these terms describes a coin that was produced but never put into circulation by a government?
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A
Proof
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B
Counterfeit
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C
Barter
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D
Denomination
8
What is the 'denomination' of a coin?
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A
The year it was made
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B
The material it is made of
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C
The face value of the currency
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D
The name of the mint
9
What is a 'mint' in the context of numismatics?
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A
A type of plant
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B
A place where coins are manufactured
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C
A coin made of copper
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D
A history book
10
What is the purpose of the 'legend' or 'inscription' on a coin?
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A
To add weight
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B
To provide information like the date or country
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C
To make the coin shiny
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D
To identify the artist
11
What is the term for an imitation coin made to look like real money for the purpose of tricking people?
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A
Commemorative
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B
Counterfeit
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C
Proof set
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D
Legal tender
12
What is 'bullion' usually made of?
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A
Plastic and paper
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B
Precious metals like gold or silver
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C
Low-value steel
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D
Common iron
13
In coin terminology, what is a 'clad' coin?
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A
A coin made of only one solid metal
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B
A coin made by layering different metals
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C
A coin that has been cleaned
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D
A coin with no face value
14
What is an 'error coin' in a numismatic collection?
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A
A coin that is too heavy
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B
A coin with an unintentional mistake from the minting process
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C
A coin that is missing its date
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D
A coin that is broken in half
15
Which organization is typically responsible for issuing currency in a country?
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A
A commercial bank
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B
The Central Bank or Treasury
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C
The local school
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D
A private jewelry store
16
What does 'obverse' mean in the study of coins?
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A
The bottom side
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B
The back side
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C
The front or 'heads' side
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D
The edge of the coin
17
What is the 'field' of a coin?
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A
The flat area of the coin not occupied by the design
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B
The metal used for the coin
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C
The date stamp
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D
The serrated edge
18
What do numismatists use 'magnifying glasses' for when examining coins?
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A
To melt the metal
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B
To look for small details, mint marks, or wear
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C
To change the weight of the coin
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D
To change the color
