Japan, Kōmei, 2 Bu
Ansei Era - 1856-1860 - Edo - Electrum - EF(40-45)
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2 Bu "Ansei Nibukin", Ansei Era, Tokugawa Shogunate - Kōmei Tennō (1846-1867). KM C 21b; JNDA 09-27; DHJ 8.30; Friedberg 20.
Gold 203‰ (Gold 20%, Silver 80%)
5.57 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.