Coin, Lydia, Alyattes
Hemihekte - 1/12 Stater - 620/10-564/53 BC - Sardes - Rare
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Lydia, Time of Alyattes, Hemihekte - 1/12 Stater, 620/10-564/53 BC, Sardes, EF(40-45), graded XF, Strike: 5/5, Surface: 4/5, Electrum, SNG Ashmolean:756.
Head of roaring lion left
Two incuse square punches
A very rare example with head of lion left; one of the earliest types of coins of Ancient Greece.
1.18 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.