Maiorina - Julian (SECVRITAS REI PVB; Heraclea) (361-363) front Maiorina - Julian (SECVRITAS REI PVB; Heraclea) (361-363) back
Maiorina - Julian (SECVRITAS REI PVB; Heraclea) (361-363) photo
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Maiorina - Julian SECVRITAS REI PVB; Heraclea

 
Bronze 8.02 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Julian (360-363)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
361-363
Value
Maiorina (1⁄72)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
8.02 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#382138
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Bull, standing right, head facing; above, two stars; mint mark in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SECVRITAS REI PVB
•HERACL•A

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Julian, also known as Julian the Apostate, who was known for his attempts to restore paganism as the dominant religion of the empire, despite the spread of Christianity during his reign.