Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mintage

Noun
/ˈmɪn.tɪdʒ/
Definition
The process of producing coins.
Examples
  • The mintage of the 2021 coin series was limited to 5,000 units.
  • Collectors often seek rare coins with low mintage for their collections.
  • The mintage of historical coins can greatly affect their value over time.
Meaning
Mintage refers to the total number of coins that have been produced or issued by a particular mint during a specific period.
Synonyms
  • coinage
  • minting
  • currency production