Collector & Reseller Glossary

What the jargon actually means — and what it does to resale value. 3,212 terms across 12 categories.

4 terms in Coins & Currency starting with “T” · page 1 of 1

1. test strikeCoins & Currency
   A test strike refers to an early, often uncirculated, proof or mint sample coin that was struck during the die creation process before the final, official production run. These coins are not intended for public sale and
2. toning varietyCoins & Currency
   This refers to subtle, natural variations in the surface color or patina of a coin that occur over time due to exposure to environmental factors like humidity, air, or soil. It is not intentional artificial toning, but r
3. trimmedCoins & Currency
   This refers to coins that have been physically altered, usually by shaving off portions of the original metal, often to increase the coin's weight or to make it fit a specific grading standard. This alteration is general
4. type varietyCoins & Currency
   This refers to subtle or significant differences in the design, minting, or composition of a coin that are not standard variations. These differences might include minor shifts in lettering, the presence or absence of a