Julian AE3, Soldier reverse
RIC VIII Thessalonica 209 · 355 AD-361 AD · Thessalonica · Issued under Constantius II
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
D N CL IVLIAN-VS NOB CAES
Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
FEL TEMP - REPARATIO
Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, advancing left, spearing fallen horseman with right hand and wearing shield on left arm; shield on ground to right; horseman turning to face soldier, raising left arm; M in left field
About This Type
This RIC VIII Thessalonica 209 is an ae3 of Julian, issued under Constantius II (355 AD-361 AD), struck at the Thessalonica mint. The reverse depicts Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, advancing left, spearing fallen horseman with right hand and wearing shield on left arm; shield on ground to right; horseman turning to face soldier, raising left arm; M in left field. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 2.61g, 16mm 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 Thessalonica Mint
Thessalonica (modern Thessaloniki, Greece) operated as an imperial mint from the late third century. It was a key Balkan mint serving the military needs of the Danube and eastern frontiers.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC VIII Thessalonica 209?
- RIC VIII Thessalonica 209 is a Bronze AE3 of Julian issued under Constantius II (355 AD-361 AD) struck at the Thessalonica mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC VIII Thessalonica 209.
- How do you identify RIC VIII Thessalonica 209?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Julian, bareheaded, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription D N CL IVLIAN-VS NOB CAES. The reverse depicts Soldier, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, advancing left, spearing fallen horseman with right hand and wearing shield on left arm; shield on ground to right; horseman turning to face soldier, raising left arm; M in left field with the inscription FEL TEMP - REPARATIO. Portrait type: draped.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC VIII Thessalonica 209?
- RIC VIII Thessalonica 209 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 2.61g, diameter 16mm, die axis 12 h, struck.
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