Coin, Stater, EF(40-45)
Electrum - Delestrée:3410var
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Lemovici, Area of Limoges, Stater with crane and trefoil, Ist century BC, EF(40-45), Electrum, Delestré:3410var.
bust right with several locks of hair
horse left, crane left between two pelleted annulets above. Between horse's legs, a trefoil
This stater is extremely rare for this type and in this quality. This stater is similar to Delestré 3410. The portrait has a little S in front of forehead and coiling around a pellet (lock of hair). On reverse, crane's head is distinct from pelleted annulet. Clearly one of the most examples known.
6.44 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.