The author analyses and researches metal objects (artefacts) similar to contemporary coins that occasionally appear in monetary circulation for various reasons. The legal emission of objects similar to coins (local coins), made of metals or their alloys, appear in some countries relatively often...

The author researches a singular monetary situation connected with the common issue of commemorative coin age by two states: Ireland, an EU member state that belongs to the Euro-system, and Croatia, an EU membership candidate. Although they belong to two different monetary systems, the two...

In the Republic of Croatia monetary sovereignty was established in several stages that reflected changes in and the growth of independent Croatian territory. The rebellion of part of the Croatian citizens of Serb nationality, the aggression of the then Yugoslavia and the occupation of some...

The article shows the history of paper money from the monetary aspect.The author gives a presentation of modern paper money in the Republic of Macedonia, which clearly shows that the use of this money has not become outdated in everyday life despite the existence of more modern means of payment.

Contemporary metal money is analyzed as a money form, explaining the reasons for making it, as well as the effects arising from its emission. Some new ones are emphasized, such as the numismatic effects. This conclusion is based on the traditional functions of this money form. The roots of some...

Commemorative coins made for circulation, in addition to their numismatic function, may affect monetary stability, if some prerequisites are fulfilled and certain measures of monetary policy implemented. Those who issue such commemorative coins may combine these functions to bring about some...