Romulus Multiple-Gold, Eagle reverse
RIC VI Ostia 1 · 308 AD-312 AD · Ostia · Issued under Maxentius
Obverse
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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 Romulus, issued under 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VI Ostia 1?
- RIC VI Ostia 1 is a Gold Multiple-Gold of Romulus issued under 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.
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