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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 | 1873-S, Queen Victoria Gold Sovereign, Coat Of Arms On Reverse, AU-55 Grade £ 700.00 |
 | 1896 South African Rep. One Pond Gold sovereign £ 700.00 |
 | SCARCE 1873 S SYDNEY Victoria SHIELD Gold Full Sovereign AUSTRALIA #45 £ 655.00 |
 | SCARCE 1878 S SYDNEY Victoria SHIELD Full Gold Sovereign AUSTRALIA #56 £ 655.00 |
 | 1899 Full Sovereign Victoria 22ct Gold Coin £ 540.00 |
 | 2005 Gold Sovereign - Elizabeth II Fourth Head £ 600.00 |
 | 2024 One Eighth Sovereign 22ct Solid Carolean Gold Charles III 1/8 Coin £ 109.99 |
 | AUSTRALIA 1879 S GOLD SYDNEY SOVEREIGN LOW MINT KEY DATE RARE £ 1,500.00 |
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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.