K B Definitions of GEONUMIA:
Medal. |
Generally a circular or round piece, issued for artistic or souvenir purposes, not for commerce. |
Medallion. |
A large medal, over 15 centimeters. |
Plaquette. |
An oblong, square or angular shape. |
Plaque. |
A larger rectangular piece, at least 20 centimers in one direction. |
Token. |
Usually smaller, used in commerce, denomination stated or implied. |
Jeton. |
A gaming token (jetton) |
Badge. |
Worn on clothing, often consisting of a top pin and medal or fob, for events, membership, etc. |
Watch fob. |
Used with leather strap attached to watch, to pull watch out of watch pocket, often advertising various products. |
Ribbon. |
Cloth or fabric ribbon, imprinted on one or both sides, sometimes with top pin, identifying wearer as member of a group, or to express agreement. |
Pocket Mirror. |
Small celluloid covered mirror. Generally imprinted with advertising. |
Button. |
Metal or celluloid button with reverse pin or attachment device, advertising political parties or products, events, etc. |
Love Token. |
A governmental coin, usually with one side shaved off and hand-engraved with name, initials or scenes. |
"Made-From" or Relic Medals. |
Medals made in whole or in part from other items, usually stating their origin, generally sold to raise funds. |
Counterstamped. |
A governmental coin, stamped with letters, names or devices, to change the value or for advertising. |
Elongated coin. |
A governmental coin, elongated in a press to impress wording or devices onto the coin, as a souvenir. |
Encased coin. |
A governmental coin encased in an outer ring, with advertising on the ring. |
Macerated. |
Shredded paper money, made into an object, generally with bits of the money design still visible. |