Coin, Aulerci Eburovices, Hemistater
EF(40-45) - Electrum - Delestrée:manque.
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Aulerci Eburovices, Area of Evreux, Hemistater, Ist century BC, EF(40-45), Electrum, Délestrée:manque.
stylized head right; a boar below
stylized horse left, a boar left between legs; above charioteer reduced to a bird
Rare type with horse left. Unpublished variety on reverse: charioteer reduced to a bird, there's no dot in the eye of the horse
2.5 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.