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Alphabetical list of terms

Record 1 2007-08-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Coins and Bank Notes
  • Numismatics
DEF

The lower segment of the face of a coin, usually the reverse; it frequently contains the date, initials of the designer, and, in some instances, the place of minting.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Pièces de monnaie et billets de banque
  • Numismatique
DEF

Partie du champ au-dessous de l'élément principal au revers d'une pièce de monnaie; il peut contenir la date, les initiales du concepteur et parfois, la marque d'atelier. Ce terme désigne également l'inscription, complémentaire de la devise, lorsque placée dans cet espace.

Spanish

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Record 2 1983-04-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Archaeology
OBS

the space below the base line on a coin or medal.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Archéologie

Spanish

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