Seleucis and Pieria, Caracalla, Tetradrachm
215-217 - Seleucia Pieria - Billon
Laureate head of Caracalla, right.
Eagle standing facing on thunderbolt, head right, with wings spread, holding wreath in beak.
ΑΥΤ • Κ • Μ • Α• ΑΝΤΩΝЄΙΝ-ΟC CЄΒ
ΔΗΜΑΡΧ • ЄΞ • ΥΠΑ ΤΟ Δ
15 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.