Julian II; AE3 Constantinople; soldier spearing horseman
Description:
Julian II as Caesar (355 - 360 AD). AE3, Constantinople mint 355-357 AD. D N CL IVLIANVS NOB CAES; bare-headed, draped and cuirassed bust right / FEL TEMP REPARATIO; soldier spearing fallen horseman, CONSTH• in ex.
Diameter:
AE17 mm
Weight:
2,2 g
Grade:
VF/aVF
Attribution:
RIC VIII Constantinople 135
Commentary:
scarce; glossy, dark grey patina
History:
In 355 AD Constantius II, the last living son of Constantine I, appointed Julian, his half-cousin, Ceasar - both men were the last legitimate members of the Constantinian dynasty.
Article Number:
061-01-05-42750