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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 | 1872 victoria 22ct Gold Shield Back Sovereign machine doubling £ 679.92 |
 | 1887 Queen Victoria Double Sovereign £2 Gold Coin £ 1,434.72 |
 | 1989 Gold Proof Half Sovereign with box and COA £ 542.22 |
 | Gold Sovereign King Charles III 2024 Royal Mint £ 598.32 |
 | 1868 Gold Victoria Full Sovereign shieldback £ 669.72 |
 | 2022 22ct Gold Quarter Sovereign King George VI Tribute Proof Hatton Issue 2g £ 187.87 |
 | 2023 King Charles III Coronation Full Sovereign Gold Proof Coin PF70 Graded £ 750.00 |
 | 2025 One Eighth Sovereign 22ct solid Victory gold coin - CHARLES III - VE Day £ 110.96 |
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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.