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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 | 1910 Half-Sovereign Gold Coin. Edward VII, XF-45 Grade. Collectors Choice £ 295.00 |
 | 1936 (1984) Gold Coast Edward VIII Gold Fantasy Sovereign £ 318.22 |
 | 1936 (1984) Hong Kong Edward VIII Gold Fantasy Sovereign £ 318.22 |
 | 22ct GOLD GEORGE V 1911 FULL SOVEREIGN St GEORGE & DRAGON COIN £ 600.00 |
 | 1966 22ct Full Gold Sovereign Coin £510 £ 510.00 |
 | 1964 22ct Full Gold Sovereign Coin £510 £ 510.00 |
 | 2017 UK Great Britain 200th Anniversary Pistrucci Gold Proof 1/4 Sovereign • OMP £ 314.24 |
 | 1987 India Queen Victoria Gold Fantasy Sovereign £ 397.76 |
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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.