Romulus AE2, Eagle reverse
RIC VI Ostia 34 · 309 AD-312 AD · Ostia · Issued under Maxentius
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
DIVO ROMVLO N V BIS CONS
Head of Romulus, right
Reverse
AETERNAE - MEMORIAE
Eagle, wings spread, standing right on domed shrine, right door ajar
About This Type
This RIC VI Ostia 34 is an ae2 of Romulus, issued under Maxentius (309 AD-312 AD), struck at the Ostia mint. The reverse depicts Eagle, wings spread, standing right on domed shrine, right door ajar. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 5.78g, 25mm diameter.
About the AE2
AE2 is a modern size classification for late Roman bronze coins measuring 21–25mm in diameter. This class includes the reduced folles and nummi of the Constantinian and Valentinianic periods. The classification is widely used in RIC and dealer catalogs when the ancient denomination name is debated.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VI Ostia 34?
- RIC VI Ostia 34 is a Bronze AE2 of Romulus issued under Maxentius (309 AD-312 AD) struck at the Ostia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VI Ostia 34.
- How do you identify RIC VI Ostia 34?
- The obverse depicts Head of Romulus, right with the inscription DIVO ROMVLO N V BIS CONS. The reverse depicts Eagle, wings spread, standing right on domed shrine, right door ajar with the inscription AETERNAE - MEMORIAE.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VI Ostia 34?
- RIC VI Ostia 34 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 5.78g, diameter 25mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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