Coin, Arverni, Billon unit
Rare - EF(40-45) - Billon - Delestrée:3610A
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Coin, Arverni, Area de Clermont-Ferrand, Billon unit, Rare, Ist century BC, EF(40-45), Billon, Delestrée:3610A.
head left
horse galloping right; triskele above, 3 snakes below
1.5 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.