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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 | Royal Mint 2001 Elizabeth II Gold Sovereign Coin in Case, St George & Dragon £ 1,128.70 |
 | Queen Elizabeth II Pre-decimal Gold Sovereign Coin - Full Sovereign £ 789.99 |
 | Bullion Gold Half Sovereign Best Value £ 399.38 |
 | Gold Sovereign Best Value Gold Coin £ 794.49 |
 | 1855 British Victoria Young Head Shield Gold Full Sovereign NGC MS3+ £ 2,700.00 |
 | 2000 Gold Proof Half Sovereign Coin £ 468.91 |
 | 1910 Half Sovereign Gold Coin Edward VII £ 401.86 |
 | 1819 King George III 9k 375 ct Gold Restrike of Rarest Sovereign Mint Condition! £ 220.00 |
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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.