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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Maiorina - Julianus II FEL TEMP REPARATIO, M; Nicomedia
| Bronze | 2.9 g | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius II (337-361) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 355-361 |
| Value | Maiorina (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#412531 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, advancing left, spearing fallen horseman with right hand and wearing shield on left arm; shield on ground to right; horseman wearing cap, facing soldier, extending right arm.
M in left field.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FEL TEMP RE-PARATIO
Unabridged legend: Felicium Temporum Reparatio.
Translation: The restoration of happy times.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Emperor Julian II, also known as Julian the Apostate, who was the last non-Christian Roman Emperor. He attempted to restore paganism as the dominant religion of the empire, which led to conflicts with Christians and ultimately resulted in his death in 363 AD. Despite his controversial reign, his coins remain a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
