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coinage

[koi-nij] / ˈkɔɪ nɪdʒ /
NOUN
process of making money
Synonyms
WEAK
coining minting


NOUN
metal money
Synonyms


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Another advisory panel, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee, had refused in February to put Trump's coin on the agenda for debate.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

The 1965 Coinage Act ended the use of silver in dimes and quarters and cut the amount in 50-cent pieces to 40% from 90%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 9, 2025

Royal Mint boss Anne Jessop said: "Coinage of King Charles III and Queen Elizabeth II will co-circulate in the UK for many years to come."

From BBC • Sep. 27, 2022

On April 2, 1792, Congress passed the Coinage Act, which authorized establishment of the U.S.

From Washington Times • Apr. 2, 2021

Peel was evidently surprised at the amount of opposition encountered by the Silver Coinage Bill.

From Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-03-31 by Various




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