Lot 2571
Julian II, AD 360-363. Gold Solidus (4.47 g) minted at Antioch, AD 361-363. Diademed, cuirassed and draped bust right of Julian II with beard. Reverse: Helmeted soldier holding trophy in his left hand, right hand on captive. RIC VIII, 199 [as R3]; C. 79. Extremely Fine.
The last letter in the exergue, "H", refers to the Greek letter/numeral signifying "eight". This coin, then, was struck at the eighth officina, or mint workshop. Greek letters were used in the East to designate officinae, Latin abbreviations in the Western Empire.
Estimated Value $5,000 - 6,000.
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| Realized $12,075 |
