Gallienus, Antoninianus, 258
Mediolanum - Billon - EF(40-45) - RIC:336
Bust of Gallienus, radiate, cuirassed, right.
Centaur prancing to right, holding club.
Extremely rare! Struck during the reign of Valerian I, his father. RIC V Gallienus (joint reign) 336
GALLIENVS AVG
LEG II PART VI P VI F
3.66 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.