1. collectible items that resemble coins or medals but are not legal tender; objects made to look like currency for commemorative, decorative, or novelty purposes.
Usage: plural of exonumia; numismatic collecting term; includes tokens, badges, and commemorative pieces

Examples

• The museum's collection of exonumias includes rare transit tokens from the early 1900s.
• Collectors of exonumias often seek out limited-edition commemorative medals.
• Many exonumias were produced as promotional items for businesses and events.
• The numismatist specialized in exonumias rather than actual currency.
• Antique exonumias can be valuable to hobbyists and serious collectors alike.