Coin, Parthia (Kingdom of), Phraates IV
Tetradrachm - Seleukeia on the Tigris
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Parthia (Kingdom of), Phraates IV, Tetradrachm, Seleukeia on the Tigris, Year 286 (27/6 BC), EF(40-45), Silver, Sellwood:51.22.
Diademed bust left
Phraates seated right, receiving palm from Tyche, holding cornucopia, standing left; ϚΠΣ (year) above
11.84 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.