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 UK GOLD PROOF SOVEREIGN 1979 to 2026 - Choose your year £ 1,100.00 |
 | Bullion Gold Half Sovereign Best Value £ 512.06 |
 | 1995 Gold Proof Half sovereign- James Butler £ 557.50 |
 | 2025 Gold Half Sovereign - Last of the Rose Gold £ 521.32 |
 | Full Gold Sovereign, 1912, George V. £ 960.40 |
 | 1864 Gold Full Sovereign. Die 103. Queen Victoria. See Description For Info. £ 1,200.00 |
 | 2023 King Charles III Coronation Gold Proof Half Sovereign Royal Mint Boxed £ 695.20 |
 | queen elizabeth 11 proof gold sovereign £ 1,536.70 |
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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@coinsnotebook.com.