Coin, Seleucis and Pieria, Otacilia Severa
Tetradrachm - 244-249 - Antioch
Draped bust left, wearing stephane.
Eagle standing right, with wreath in beak and wings spread.
MAP ΩTAKIΛI CЄOVHPAN CЄB
ΔHMAPX ЄΞ OVCIAC VΠA [T]O Γ / ANTIOXIA S C
11.7 gr
An “EF(40-45)” quality
As in numismatics it is important that the state of conservation of an item be carefully evaluated before it is offered to a discerning collector with a keen eye.
This initially obscure acronym comprising two words describing the state of conservation is explained clearly here:
Extremely Fine
This means – more prosaically – that the coin has circulated well from hand to hand and pocket to pocket but the impact on its wear remains limited: the coins retains much of its mint luster, sharp detailing and little sign of being circulated. Closer examination with the naked eye reveals minor scratches or nicks.