Condition: Choice VF (Very Fine)
Certification: NGC / PCGS-certified (if applicable)
Mint: Ravenna / Italian mints
Weight: ~4.5 grams (typical for solidi)
Material: Gold
Diameter: ~21 mm
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🏛️ Historical Context
Odoacer, a Germanic chieftain, famously deposed the last Western Roman Emperor, Romulus Augustulus, in 476 AD, signaling the end of the Western Roman Empire. As the first barbarian King of Italy, he ruled until 493 AD, maintaining Roman institutions while commanding a coalition of Germanic tribes. His reign ended with the rise of Theodoric the Great, who seized control after Odoacer’s assassination in Ravenna. Coins minted during his rule are rare and highly prized by collectors for their historical significance.
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🔍 Coin Description
Obverse: Bust of Odoacer, diademed and draped, inscribed with his royal titles.
Reverse: Symbolic imagery representing Roman continuity or the minting city (varies by coin), often with inscriptions honoring his rule.