Coin, Herennia Etruscilla, Antoninianus
250 - Rome - EF(40-45) - Billon - RIC:58b
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Coin, Herennia Etruscilla, Antoninianus, 250, Rome, EF(40-45), Billon, RIC:58b.
diademed, draped bust right on crescent
Pudicitia standing left holding sceptre & drawing veil from her face
HER ETRVSCILLA AVG
PVDICITIA AVG
3.9 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.