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 Gold Half Sovereign Best Value £ 436.65 |
 | 2026 Gold Sovereign Bullion Coin £ 873.70 |
 | 1896 Gold Sovereign, Victoria £ 950.00 |
 | Royal Mint UK GOLD PROOF SOVEREIGN 1979 to 2026 - Choose your year £ 955.00 |
 | 1883 Queen Victoria Young Head 22ct Gold Full Sovereign £ 838.00 |
 | 1999 Proof Half Gold Sovereign in original box £ 424.90 |
 | 2011 Gold Sovereign St George and the Dragon design by Benedetto Pistrucci £ 960.40 |
 | 2026 Half 1/2 Solid Gold Sovereign Coin in Sealed Royal Mint pack 22ct tracked £ 475.00 |
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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@coinsnotebook.com.