Tacitus, Aurelianus, 275-276
Serdika - Billon - EF(40-45) - RIC:197
Bust of Tacitus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right.
Providentia, draped, standing right, holding ensign in each hand, facing Sol, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand
Very rare and sought-after mint, with an unusual and rare legend.
IMP C TACITVS INVICTVS AVG
PROVIDEN DEOR / * // KA•Γ
4.03 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.