Coin, Remi, 1/4 Stater
EF(40-45) - Electrum - Latour:8030var - Delestrée:180var
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Remi, 1/4 Stater, Ist century BC, EF(40-45), Electrum, Latour:8030var.
Hair lines of stylized head
Stylized horse right; semicircle above, dotted star below
good example and rare for this type with horse right, a strike on a relatively wide flan
1.31 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.