Coin edge

[1] Some coins, such as United States quarters and dimes, have reeded edges.

Reeding of edges was introduced to prevent coin clipping and counterfeiting.

Examples of edge inscriptions or edge lettering include e pluribus unum on the edge of U.S. Presidential dollar coins, various national €2 edge inscriptions, and various phrases on the UK one pound coin, most commonly decus et tutamen.

Inscriptions are more common on thicker, higher-value, or non-circulating coins.

Examples of patterns used on coin edges include: This coin-related article is a stub.