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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 | 2022 Proof Gold Memorial Half-Sovereign £ 384.12 |
 | Gold Sovereign Best Value Gold Coin £ 666.69 |
 | Bullion Gold Half Sovereign Best Value £ 339.31 |
 | 1959 Full Sovereign British Coin Queen Elizabeth II 22ct Gold £ 650.00 |
 | 10 Gold plated sovereigns, 4 Different Monarchs £ 28.80 |
 | 1980 - 2000 - 1982 Full Gold Sovereign Excellent Condition Choose Your Year £ 678.90 |
 | Prototype? MINT ERROR Victoria queen coin /not sovereign gold 22ct £ 250.00 |
 | 2023 King Charles III Coronation Full Sovereign Gold Proof Coin PF70 Graded £ 750.00 |
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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.