kaiverruurahoja
Kaiverruurahoja, a Finnish term, translates directly to "engraving money" or "coinage for engraving." In the context of numismatics and historical currency, it refers to the practice of preparing or minting coins that were specifically intended to be further embellished with engravings by artists or craftsmen. This was particularly common in certain historical periods where coins served not only as a medium of exchange but also as a canvas for artistic expression.
The process involved the initial striking of a blank coin, often with a standard design, followed by
While the term itself is Finnish, the practice of augmenting existing coinage with additional engravings has