free coinage

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English

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Noun

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free coinage (uncountable)

  1. The conversion of bullion (of any specified metal) into legal-tender coins for any person who chooses to bring it to the mint.

Usage notes

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  • Sometimes restricted to mean such coinage when done at a fixed charge proportionate to the cost of the operation.