Salonina, Antoninianus, 258
Lugdunum - Billon - EF(40-45) - RIC:5
Bust of Salonina, diademed, draped, on crescent, right.
Goddess in temple
RIC V Salonina 5
SALONINA AVG
DEAE SEGETIAE
2.6 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.