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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 | Year 2000 Gold Half Sovereign, Boxed £ 333.12 |
 | 2025 UK 'Last of The Rose Gold' Full Sovereign Gold Coin £ 608.52 |
 | 22CT Gold Full Sovereign Shield-back Victoria 1851 London Mint £ 720.72 |
 | 1889 Queen Victoria Full Gold Sovereign £ 631.98 |
 | 1847 Gold Victoria Full Sovereign - Shieldback £ 659.52 |
 | 1820 KING GEORGE THE III GOLD SOVEREIGN £ 2,352.72 |
 | 1910 British Gold Sovereign Edward VII Coin Key Date Only One Buy It Now £ 1,281.72 |
 | 2024 - The Royal Mint - Quarter Gold Sovereign - 22ct carat gold - 1.99g £ 209.76 |
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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.