Tetricus II, Antoninianus, 273
Trier - Billon - EF(40-45) - RIC:270
Bust of Tetricus II, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right, seen from rear.
Spes, draped, walking left, holding flower in right hand and raising robe with left hand
RIC V Tetricus I 270; RIC V.4 The Gallic Empire 792.
C PIV ESV TETRICVS CAES
SPES AVGG
2.81 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.