Coin, Egypt, Nero
Tetradrachm - 66-67 - Alexandria - EF(40-45) - Billon - RPC:I-5297
Radiate bust to left, wearing aegi.
Laureate bust of Olympian Zeus to right, slight drapery on far shoulder.
ΝΕΡΩ ΚΛΑΥ [ΚΑΙΣ] ΣΕΒ ΓΕ[Ρ] A[V] / L IΓ
ΔIOΣ [OΛYMΠIOY]
11.09 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.