Mysia, Hekte, c. 475-410 BC
Kyzikos - Electrum - VF(30-35) - SNG-France:312
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Perseus crouching right, head left, holding harpa and head of Medusa; below, tunny left.
Quadripartite incuse square.
SNG BN 312; Boston MFA 1549 = Warren 1491 ; Greenwell 74; Fritze 162 ; Touratsoglou 104 ; CN Type 11525.
2.63 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.