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Solidus - Julianus II VIRTVS EXERCITVS ROMANORVM; Ivy leaves in exergue; Rome
| Gold | 4.41 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Julian (360-363) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 361-363 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.41 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#380947 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roman soldier, helmeted and in full armor, advancing right, head left, cradling trophy in left arm and with right hand grasping the hair of a small captive crouching right, hands bound behind back.
Mintmark flanked by two ivy leaves in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS EXERCI-TVS ROMANORVM
Comment
RIC --, cf. 324 (no ivy leaves in mintmark). Cohen 78 variant (same). Depeyrot 17/1.Possibly unique variety.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Solidus - Julianus II coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Julian II on one side and the Roman goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the power and strength of the Roman Empire during his reign.
