Coin, Manuel I Comnenus, Aspron trachy
1143-1180 - Constantinople - EF(40-45)
Coin, Manuel I Comnenus, 1143-1180, Aspron trachy, Constantinople, EF(40-45), Billon, Sear:1966.
Christ Pantocrator enthroned facing
Manuel standing facing, holding labarum and globus cruciger, being crowned by the Theotokos
3.44 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.