Solidus - Julianus II (VIRTVS EXERCITVS ROMANORVM; Rome) (361-363) front Solidus - Julianus II (VIRTVS EXERCITVS ROMANORVM; Rome) (361-363) back
Solidus - Julianus II (VIRTVS EXERCITVS ROMANORVM; Rome) (361-363) photo
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Solidus - Julianus II VIRTVS EXERCITVS ROMANORVM; Rome

 
Gold 4.31 g 22 mm
Description
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
4.31 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#380946
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing right, head left, placing right hand on head of crouching captive and holding trophy over left shoulder.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VIRTVS EXERCI-TVS ROMANORVM
R S

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 goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military prowess and the emperor's role as the leader of the Roman army.