Julianus Aureus, Libertas reverse
RIC V Sabinus Julianus 1 · 283 AD-286 AD · Siscia · Issued under Sabinus Julianus
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
IMP C IVLIANVS P F AVG
Bust of Julianus, laureate, draped, right, or bust of Julianus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Julianus, laureate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
LIBERTAS PVBLICA
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Sabinus Julianus 1 is an aureus of Julianus, issued under Sabinus Julianus (283 AD-286 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand. Struck in gold at a standard weight of 4.32g, 19mm diameter.
About the Aureus
The aureus was the principal Roman gold denomination, struck from the late Republic through the early fourth century. It typically weighs 7–8 grams and measures 19–21mm. Because gold does not corrode, aurei often survive in exceptional condition compared to silver and bronze issues of the same period.
About the Siscia Mint
Siscia (modern Sisak, Croatia) was a major late Roman mint, operating from the late third century through the late fourth century. It produced large quantities of bronze coinage for the Danube frontier region.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Sabinus Julianus 1?
- RIC V Sabinus Julianus 1 is a Gold Aureus of Julianus issued under Sabinus Julianus (283 AD-286 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Sabinus Julianus 1.
- How do you identify RIC V Sabinus Julianus 1?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Julianus, laureate, draped, right, or bust of Julianus, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right, or bust of Julianus, laureate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C IVLIANVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand with the inscription LIBERTAS PVBLICA. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Sabinus Julianus 1?
- RIC V Sabinus Julianus 1 was struck in Gold, standard weight 4.32g, diameter 19mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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