Julian Solidus, Roma reverse
RIC VIII Antioch 169 · 355 AD-361 AD · Antiocheia Syria · Issued under Constantius II
Obverse
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Obverse
D N IVLIANV-S NOB CAES
Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
GLORIA - REI - PVBLICAE
Roma, helmeted, draped, enthroned front, and Constantinopolis, draped, enthroned left, head left, supporting a shield bearing a star; Roma holding spear in left hand; Constantinopolis holding sceptre in left hand, resting right foot on prow
About This Type
This RIC VIII Antioch 169 is a solidus of Julian, issued under Constantius II (355 AD-361 AD), struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint. The reverse depicts Roma, helmeted, draped, enthroned front, and Constantinopolis, draped, enthroned left, head left, supporting a shield bearing a star; Roma holding spear in left hand; Constantinopolis holding sceptre in left hand, resting right foot on prow.
About the Solidus
The solidus was the gold coin of the late Roman and Byzantine empires, introduced by Constantine I around 309 AD at 4.5 grams. It maintained its weight standard for over seven centuries, making it one of the most stable currencies in history.
About the Antiocheia Syria Mint
Antiocheia (modern Antakya, Turkey) was one of the major eastern mints, operating from the Seleucid period through the late Roman Empire. It produced large volumes of silver and bronze coinage for the eastern provinces.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Antioch 169?
- RIC VIII Antioch 169 is a Gold Solidus of Julian issued under Constantius II (355 AD-361 AD) struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Antioch 169.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Antioch 169?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N IVLIANV-S NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Roma, helmeted, draped, enthroned front, and Constantinopolis, draped, enthroned left, head left, supporting a shield bearing a star; Roma holding spear in left hand; Constantinopolis holding sceptre in left hand, resting right foot on prow with the inscription GLORIA - REI - PVBLICAE. Portrait type: draped.
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