Coin, Phoenicia, Caracalla
Tetradrachm - 198-217 - Tyre - EF(40-45) - Billon
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Laureate head of Caracalla to right.
Eagle standing right on club with wings spread, head to left and holding wreath in beak; between the eagle's legs, murex shell.
12.46 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.