Coin, Seleucis and Pieria, Trajan Decius
Tetradrachm - 250-251 - Antioch
Radiate and cuirassed bust right, seen from the front; S below bust truncation.
Eagle with head right, tail left and wings spread, standing on palm; SC in exergue.
Prieur -; RPC IX -; Unpublished in the standard references.
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ΔHMAPX EΞOYCIAC
13.77 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.