Coin, Egypt, Hadrian
Tetradrachm - 125-126 - Alexandria - EF(40-45) - Billon
Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Hadrian to right, seen from behind.
Elpis standing left, holding flower in her right hand and raising skirt with her left.
From the collection of Dr. D. Löer, privately acquired from Frank S. Robinson.
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13.12 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.