Roman — Roman; 360-363
Coin, siliqua
A silver siliqua coin of Julian II. Julian was given the title of Caesar (Crown Prince) by his cousin, Emperor Constantius II, in AD 355. He was elevated to the position of Augustus and ruler of the Roman Empire upon Constantius’ death in AD 361 and ruled until AD 363. The back of the coin depicts a wreath. This coin was minted in Treveri (modern day Trier, Germany), AD 360-363.
Obv: Draped, cuirassed and diademed bust of Julian II, facing right. Obv inscription: DN CL IVLIANVS P AVG. Rev: A wreath enclosing the inscription VOTIS V MVLT X. Rev inscription: TR in exergue.
Ref: VIII (1981), p.168, c.f.364var.
Condition: VF.
- Category:
- Roman
- Object ID:
- 92.62/20
- Object name:
- coin, siliqua
- Artist/Maker:
- II, Julian
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- Production date:
- Roman; 360-363
- Material:
copper alloy
- Measurements/duration:
- DM 17 mm, WT 1.92 g, Axis 6
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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