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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 | 1817 SOVEREIGN - KING GEORGE III FULL GOLD SOVEREIGN COIN £ 2,811.72 |
 | 2025 UK 'Last of The Rose Gold' Full Sovereign Gold Coin £ 608.52 |
 | 1889 Queen Victoria Full Gold Sovereign £ 631.98 |
 | Gold Sovereign Full Size - King Charles III- 8.1g £ 618.72 |
 | Bullion Gold Half Sovereign Best Value £ 343.79 |
 | 1847 Gold Victoria Full Sovereign - Shieldback £ 659.52 |
 | Una And The Lion 22ct Gold Sovereign £ 924.72 |
 | 1989 PROOF GOLD SOVEREIGN FOR 500th ANNIVERSARY IN BOX WITH CERT £ 1,837.62 |
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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.