Judaea, Macrinus, Tetradrachm
217-218 - Caesara Maritima - Billon - EF(40-45)
Bust of Macrinus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from rear.
Eagle with spread wings standing facing on serpent-entwined torch, head to left and holding wreath in beak.
Extremely rare. Slight traces of corrosion.
ΑΥΤ ΚΑΙ Μ ΟΠ CЄ ΜΑΚΡΙΝΟ CЄ
ΔΗΜΑΡΧ ЄΞ ΥΠΑΤOC Π Π
11.11 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.