obverse

Meanings

• noun

  The side of a coin or other object that is usually bearing an image or design and is meant to be seen when the object is in use or in normal position.

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Antonyms

reverse

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Synonyms

analogous , like , parallel , reciprocal , facing , presenting

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Variants

List of all variants of obverse that leads to same result
obverse , obversely , obverses

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Etymology

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From Old French obvers, meaning 'reverse, back, over' + -ive, meaning 'pertaining to'.

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Trivia

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1. The obverse side of a coin is also known as the 'heads' side, as many coins feature an image of a head on this side.

2. Some rare coins have unique obverse designs that make them highly sought after by collectors.

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Related Concepts

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1. reverse: The opposite side of an object, often used interchangeably with obverse in numismatics.

2. numismatics: The study and collection of coins and related items.

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Culture

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The obverse side of a coin is often used to depict important figures, symbols, or images that represent the issuing authority or the theme of the coin. In numismatics, collectors often focus on the obverse design when evaluating the value and rarity of a coin.

How to Memorize "obverse"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a coin in your hand. The side that you see when you look at the coin directly is the obverse.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word obverse with the side of a coin that has the image or design.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase like 'Obverse: The side I see, Side with the design, Side that's always me.'

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