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Double Maiorina - Julianus II SECVRITAS REIPVB; Antioch
| Bronze | 8.6 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Julian (360-363) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 361-363 |
| Value | 2 Maiorina (1⁄36) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.6 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#304001 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Bull, standing right, head front; above, two stars.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS REIPVB
Translation:
Securitas Reipub (-licae).
"Safety of the state".
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Double Maiorina coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Julianus II on one side and the goddess Securitas on the other. Securitas was a Roman deity who personified security and stability, which was an important message during the tumultuous period of the Roman Empire. The coin's design highlights the emperor's efforts to promote stability and security throughout the empire.
