Difference between mintmark and mint

Definitions

noun

1. a mark on a coin that identifies the mint where it was produced

Examples

All design features except the mintmarks are incuse, recessed below the field.

Just enough of the exergue beneath the E C in FIVE CENTS to confirm that no mintmark is present.

Definitions

noun

1. any member of the mint family of plants
2. a plant where money is coined by authority of the government
3. (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent
4. the leaves of a mint plant used fresh or candied
5. any north temperate plant of the genus Mentha with aromatic leaves and small mauve flowers

verb

1. form by stamping, punching, or printing

adjective

1. as if new

Examples

If you lip balm contains phenol, camphor, menthol, peppermint oil or eucalyptus, it's most likely making your lips more chapped than not.

Rub a bit of peppermint oil directly onto your forehead; it acts as an antispasmodic.

Builders' tea or peppermint tea?

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