Coin, Diocletian, Tetradrachm
291-292 - Alexandria - EF(40-45) - Billon
Diocletian, Tetradrachm, Year 8, 291-292, Alexandria, EF(40-45), Billon, Milne:5014.
Laureate head right
Zeus seated left, holding a patera and sceptre, eagle at foot left, L-H in fields
ΔΙΟΚΛHΤΙ-ΑΝΟCCΕΒ
6.57 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.