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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 | BULLION 1978 ELIZABETH II GOLD SOVEREIGN COIN IN NEAR MINT CONDITION. £ 490.00 |
 | 2000 Gold Half Sovereign Elizabeth II Fourth Head £ 250.00 |
 | Royal Mint 2002 gold proof half sovereign NGC PF70 £ 375.00 |
 | 22ct gold full sovereign coin 1909 £ 450.00 |
 | 2008 Royal Mint GOLD PROOF HALF SOVEREIGN coin with box and certificate £ 285.00 |
 | 2005 Gold Half Sovereign £ 291.00 |
 | 2008 Proof Half Gold Sovereign £ 335.00 |
 | 2007 Elizabeth II Gold Half Sovereign Original Carded Pack Unsealed £ 249.99 |
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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.