undamaged collection
[/ˌʌndæmɪdʒd kəˈlɛkʃən/]
noun phrasepl: undamaged collections
coleção intacta
1. A group of items gathered together that remain in their original, unharmed, or unimpaired condition without loss or deterioration
The museum proudly displayed an undamaged collection of ancient manuscripts from the 15th century.
O museu exibia com orgulho uma coleção intacta de manuscritos antigos do século XV.
2. A set of objects or artifacts that have not been broken, defaced, or otherwise compromised in their physical integrity
After the restoration project, they discovered an undamaged collection of rare coins in the vault.
Após o projeto de restauração, descobriram uma coleção intacta de moedas raras no cofre.
This term is frequently used in museum curation, insurance appraisals, and antiquities markets in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'coleção intacta' emphasizes preservation of cultural heritage, which is particularly important in discussions of national patrimony and museum collections.
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