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Follis - Julianus II SPES REIPVBLICE; Cyzicus
| Bronze | 1.6 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Julian (360-363) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 361-363 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#114501 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Emperor standing left, helmeted and in military attire, holding spear in left hand and globe with right hand turned upwards.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SPES REI PVBLICE
SMKA
Translation: Spes Republicae (Hope of the State)
Edge
Gross
Comment
Appears to be an AE3.Interesting fact
The Follis coinage was introduced by Emperor Constans (337-354 AD) as a new standardized currency to replace the previous system of irregular barbarous radiates. The Follis coinage was characterized by its use of a central image of the emperor, surrounded by a circular inscription, and was made of a bronze alloy. The Julianus II Follis coin , which features the image of Emperor Julianus II (361-363 AD) and the inscription "SPES REIPVBLICE" (hope of the republic), is an example of this standardized currency.
