Dictionary of Numismatics – J. M. Folgosa (Livraria Fernando Machado), published in the 1950s–1960s
Dictionary of Numismatics by J. M. Folgosa is an essential reference work in the study of numismatics, compiling a wide range of terminology, biographies, historical references, mythology, slang, engravers, and coin legends.
Published by Livraria Fernando Machado in Porto, this dictionary presents a comprehensive alphabetical and thematic overview of numismatic knowledge, useful for collectors, researchers, professionals, and curious readers.
The book includes extensive entries on technical numismatic terms, historical figures, and explanations of inscriptions found on coins, making it a valuable resource for understanding the cultural and historical aspects of coinage.