Julian AE3, Constantius II reverse
RIC VIII Siscia 399 · 355 AD-361 AD · Siscia · Issued under Constantius II
Obverse
Reverse
Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn
Obverse
D N IVLIAN-VS NOB C
Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
SPES REI - PVBLICE
Constantius II, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding globe in right hand and spear in left hand
About This Type
This RIC VIII Siscia 399 is an ae3 of Julian, issued under Constantius II (355 AD-361 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Constantius II, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding globe in right hand and spear in left hand. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 1.27g, 17mm diameter.
About the AE3
AE3 is a modern size classification for late Roman bronze coins measuring 17–21mm in diameter. It is the most common denomination class in the Constantinian period, encompassing the small nummi and reduced folles that circulated in enormous quantities. GLORIA EXERCITVS and camp gate types are typical AE3 reverses.
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 VIII Siscia 399?
- RIC VIII Siscia 399 is a Bronze AE3 of Julian issued under Constantius II (355 AD-361 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Siscia 399.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Siscia 399?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N IVLIAN-VS NOB C. The reverse depicts Constantius II, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing left, holding globe in right hand and spear in left hand with the inscription SPES REI - PVBLICE. Portrait type: draped.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Siscia 399?
- RIC VIII Siscia 399 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 1.27g, diameter 17mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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