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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 | 2002 Queen Elizabeth II Full Sovereign 22ct Gold £ 770.00 |
 | 1963 Full Gold Bullion Sovereign. £ 802.30 |
 | Bullion Gold Half Sovereign Best Value £ 408.11 |
 | 1912 Half Sovereign Gold Coin, George V, 22 CT gold £ 389.20 |
 | 1900 Full Sovereign Queen Victoria Veiled Head 22ct Gold Coin Old Head £ 822.70 |
 | Great Britain George V 1912 Gold Sovereign Coin 0.917 Fine Uncertified Ungraded £ 786.51 |
 | 2001 Gold Half Sovereign MS65 Britain Uncirculated - 22ct Gold 4 gm £ 567.70 |
 | 2023 King Charles III Coronation Gold Proof Half Sovereign Royal Mint Boxed £ 715.60 |
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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.