Coin, Salonina, Antoninianus
Colonia Agrippinensis - EF(40-45) - Billon - RIC:7
Coin, Salonina, Antoninianus, Colonia Agrippinensis, AD 257-259, EF(40-45), Billon, RIC:7.
Draped bust right, wearing stephane, set on crescent
Venus seated left, holding scepter and apple; child at feet
SALONINA AVG
VENVS FELIX
4.51 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.