Coin, Maximianus, Follis
Trier - EF(40-45) - Billon - RIC:583b
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Coin, Maximianus, Follis, Trier, AD 303-305, EF(40-45), Billon, RIC:583b.
laureate, draped, cuirassed bust right
Genius standing left, modius on head, naked except for chlamys over left shoulder, holding patera and cornucopiae. S-F across fields. Mintmark PTR
10.26 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.