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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 | Hattons of London 2024 UK Sovereign Gold Coin 1/8 Uncertified £ 125.65 |
 | Hattons of London 2022 UK Sovereign 1/8 Gold Coin in Capsule & Box £ 125.50 |
 | 1902 MATTE PROOF GOLD SOVERGEIN £ 822.70 |
 | QE11 Gold Sovereign, Dated 2012, In Mint Condition. £ 730.90 |
 | The Royal Mint 2023 Gold Proof Sovereign King Charles III Coronation COA 14183 £ 924.70 |
 | victorian gold half sovereign 1876 £ 547.30 |
 | 1/10th Sovereign 24ct Gold Coin. Of Queen Victoria And Queen Elizabeth. UK 2026 £ 172.30 |
 | 1912 George V Gold Half Sovereign Coin 22ct Gold British Royal Mint £ 415.00 |
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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.