Coin, Aulerci Eburovices, Potin
EF(40-45) - Potin - Delestrée:S535C
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Aulerci Eburovices, Area of Evreux, Potin à l'esse et aux chevrons, Ist century BC, AU(55-58), Delestré:S535C.
Very stylized head with dotted volute and arcs of circle
horizontal line, above dotted S and below, 3 chevrons
extremely rare
1.1 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.