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This awesome coin just sold for 5,750 euros.

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MAXENTIUS (307-312). Follis. Ostia.

Obv: IMP C MAXENTIVS P F AVG.
Laureate head right.
Rev: FEL PROCES CONS III AVG N / M OST Q.
Emperor standing left in quadriga of elephants; to left, crowning victory flying right.

RIC -, but cf. 215 (Rome mint; for type).

Extremely rare reverse type and unlisted for Ostia

Condition: Very fine.

Weight: 6.09 g.
Diameter: 25 mm.