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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 | 1907 King Edward VII Half Sovereign Gold Coin, 22ct Gold £ 445.30 |
 | 5x quarter sovereigns coins various dates 22ct gold £ 1,331.68 |
 | 2010 Gold Proof Full Sovereign Coin NGC PF70UC £ 1,128.70 |
 | 1908 Edward VII Half Sovereign Gold £ 465.70 |
 | KING EDWARD VII 1902 £2 GOLD SOVEREIGN MS61... £ 2,850.00 |
 | 2023 Gold Sovereign King Charles III Coronation Britain Royal Mint £ 940.00 |
 | King Edward 1937 Sovereign 1/1000 Oz .999 Gold Coin 2024 £ 48.89 |
 | 1817 King George III Half Sovereign Gold Coin £ 771.70 |
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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.