Egypt, Philip I, Tetradrachm
244-245 - Alexandria - Billon - EF(40-45) - RPC:VIII
Bust of Philip I, laureate and cuirassed right, seen from front, with gorgoneion on cuirass.
Homonoia standing left, raising right arm, holding double cornucopia, date left.
RPC VIII, — (unassigned; ID 2782). Year 2 = 244/5.
Α Κ Μ ΙΟΥ ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟϹ ΕΥϹΕΒ
L Β
13.77 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.