Coin, Leuci, Potin à la tête de face
EF(40-45) - Potin - Delestrée:151
Haute et Moyenne Seine (Leuci?), Potin à la tête de face, Ist century BC, EF(40-45), Potin, Delestrée:151.
helmeted head left, with locks of hair visible behind the neck
boar left, human facing head below
3.15 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.