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Nummus - Julianus II SPES REIPVBLICAE; Alexandria
| Bronze | 1.48 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Julian (360-363) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 361-363 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.48 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#378899 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Julian II, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding globe in right hand and spear in left hand
Lettering: SPES REI - PVBLICAE
Comment
https://numismatics.org/ocre/id/ric.8.alex.89Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Spes (meaning "hope" in Latin) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the 4th century. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was promoting the idea of hope and optimism, possibly as a way to boost morale or to promote the idea of a brighter future for the empire.
