How do you identify RIC VIII Arelate 247?

The obverse depicts Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL CL IVLIANVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Three standards with the inscription D N IVLIANVS CAES. Portrait type: draped.

Constantius II Heavy Miliarensis — RIC VIII Arelate 247

Obverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC VIII Arelate 247

Ruler

Constantius II

Denomination

Heavy Miliarensis

Date

355 AD-360 AD

Mint

Arelate

Metal

Silver

Portrait Type

draped

Obverse

FL CL IVLIANVS NOB CAES

Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right

Reverse

D N IVLIANVS CAES

Three standards

About This Type

This RIC VIII Arelate 247 is a heavy miliarensis of Constantius II (355 AD-360 AD), struck at the Arelate mint. The reverse depicts Three standards.

About the Heavy Miliarensis

The heavy miliarensis was the larger variant of the late Roman silver miliarensis, typically weighing 5.0–5.5 grams. These substantial silver coins are scarce and prized by collectors of late Roman coinage.

About the Arelate Mint

Arelate (modern Arles, France) replaced the Lugdunum mint in the early fourth century and became one of the principal Western mints. Its mint mark typically includes AR or CON (Constantina).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC VIII Arelate 247?: RIC VIII Arelate 247 is a Silver Heavy Miliarensis of Constantius II (355 AD-360 AD) struck at the Arelate mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Arelate 247.
How do you identify RIC VIII Arelate 247?: The obverse depicts Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription FL CL IVLIANVS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Three standards with the inscription D N IVLIANVS CAES. Portrait type: draped.