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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 | 1854 Full Sovereign Gold Coin £ 950.00 |
 | Isle Of Man Gold Proof Sovereign 1979 £ 950.00 |
 | 2022 Platinum Jubilee Tower In Bloom Gold Proof Sovereign £ 872.68 |
 | 2007 gold proof half sovereign (EXCELLENT CONDITION) £ 598.30 |
 | 1914 George V Gold Sovereign Coin 22ct Pendant in 9ct Gold Ornate Mount £ 1,206.19 |
 | 2022 Gold Proof Full Gold Memorial Sovereign £ 1,025.68 |
 | 2026 Gold Quarter Sovereign 22ct £ 239.99 |
 | 1980 Gold Proof Full Sovereign Coin, Box and COA Royal Mint (UK) £ 996.10 |
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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.