Coin, Maximianus, Follis
301 - Aquileia - EF(40-45) - Billon - RIC:31b
Laureate head right.
Moneta standing left holding scales and cornucopiae ; V in field at right. Mintmark AQS
IMP MAXIMIANVS P F AVG
SACRA MONET AVGG ET CAESS NOSTR
9.6 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.