Julian II; AE3 Heraclea; vows in wreath
Description:
Julian II (360 - 363 AD). AE3 Heraclea mint 361-363 AD. D N FL CL IVLIANVS P F AVG; diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust left, holding spear and shield / VOT - X - MVLT - XX within wreath; HERACL•A in ex.
Diameter:
AE20 mm
Weight:
3,2 g
Grade:
VF/VF
Attribution:
RIC VIII Heraclea 106
Commentary:
grey-brownish patina, great portrait
History:
During his reign Julian started to rebuild the Jewish temple in Jerusalem - a project which failed because of the ambivalence of the Jewish community and probably also because of the Galilee earthquake in 363 AD.
Article Number:
005-01-06-44953