How do you identify RIC VI Ostia 1?

The obverse depicts Bust of Romulus, draped, front with the inscription DIVO ROMVLO N V BIS CONS. The reverse depicts Eagle, standing on domed shrine, doors ajar with the inscription AETERNAE MEMORIAE. Portrait type: draped.

Maxentius Multiple-Gold — RIC VI Ostia 1

Obverse

Reverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VI Ostia 1

Ruler

Maxentius

Denomination

Multiple-Gold

Date

308 AD-312 AD

Mint

Ostia

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

draped

Obverse

DIVO ROMVLO N V BIS CONS

Bust of Romulus, draped, front

Reverse

AETERNAE MEMORIAE

Eagle, standing on domed shrine, doors ajar

About This Type

This RIC VI Ostia 1 is a multiple-gold of Maxentius (308 AD-312 AD), struck at the Ostia mint. The reverse depicts Eagle, standing on domed shrine, doors ajar.

About the Multiple-Gold

Gold multiples are oversized gold coins struck at weights of two or more solidi. They were presentation pieces and imperial donatives rather than circulating currency. Surviving examples are extremely rare and command high prices.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VI Ostia 1?: RIC VI Ostia 1 is a Gold Multiple-Gold of Maxentius (308 AD-312 AD) struck at the Ostia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Ostia 1.
How do you identify RIC VI Ostia 1?: The obverse depicts Bust of Romulus, draped, front with the inscription DIVO ROMVLO N V BIS CONS. The reverse depicts Eagle, standing on domed shrine, doors ajar with the inscription AETERNAE MEMORIAE. Portrait type: draped.