Collector & Reseller Glossary

What the jargon actually means — and what it does to resale value. 3,211 terms across 12 categories.

6 terms in Coins & Currency starting with “W” · page 1 of 1

1. watermarkCoins & Currency
   A subtle design feature pressed into the metal during the coin's minting process. These markings are not part of the primary artistic design but rather an indicator of the coin's authenticity, mintage year, or specific m
2. weak strikeCoins & Currency
   A weak strike refers to a coin where the minting process did not fully impress the design details onto the metal. This can result in soft, indistinct, or partially missing features, such as blurred lettering, shallow rel
3. weightCoins & Currency
   This refers to the physical mass of the coin, usually measured in grams or ounces. For collectors and resellers, the weight is a critical factor because it directly relates to the coin's metal content and composition. Va
4. wholesale priceCoins & Currency
   This refers to the bulk purchase price of a collectible item, such as a coin, when bought directly from a supplier, dealer, or auction house in large quantities. Instead of paying the retail price, which includes the mar
5. world coinCoins & Currency
   This term refers to any coin minted outside of the collector's home country, encompassing numismatic items from various nations across the globe. For resellers and collectors, the designation "world coin" is broad, but i
6. wornCoins & Currency
   This describes a coin that exhibits signs of circulation, meaning it has been handled, rubbed, and used in commerce. Unlike uncirculated or mint state coins, a worn piece shows wear on the highest points of the design, s