Incuse
A pattern on a coin that is sunk into the metal, rather than the normally raised design (which is known as 'relief').
Ingot
Bar of metal formed by pouring molten metal into a mould. It may be stamped with its weight, purity and certification.
Initial Mark
An alternative name for mint-mark.
Inscription
Letters and words on a coin.
Intrinsic Value
The price of the coin based on its metal value rather than its numismatic value. See also Bullion Coin.
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 | Royal Mint UK GOLD PROOF SOVEREIGN 1979 to 2026 - Choose your year £ 1,170.00 |
 | Gold Sovereign coin Uncirculated royal mint sealed bag new £ 955.30 |
 | 2025 Gold Half Sovereign Coin - King Charles III - The Royal Mint (5 Available) £ 515.00 |
 | 1912 George Half Sovereign 22ct Gold Coin £ 475.90 |
 | 1989 500th Anniversary Of The First Half Gold Sovereign 1489 - 1989. £ 771.70 |
 | 1908 King Edward VII Half Sovereign 22ct Gold Coin £ 475.90 |
 | Rare Unseen Effigy of Elizabeth II. Pure Gold Sovereign Set of 7 Decades £ 614.57 |
 | 2022 Hattons St George Dragon 1/8 Gold Proof Sovereign Box & COA £ 167.10 |
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Numismatics is the study of coin collecting and it also has its own language with many words and terms. Our Glossary of Numismatic Terms give the explanation to some of these coin collecting words. To contribute terms please email them to glossary@coinparade.co.uk.