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A sharp Roman Imperial silver siliqua of Julian II, better known as Julian the Apostate, struck during his brief reign from AD 361–363. Julian is one of the most fascinating late Roman emperors, remembered for attempting to restore traditional Roman pagan religion after the empire had moved increasingly toward Christianity. The obverse shows Julian with his distinctive bearded portrait, while the reverse carries vows for ten years of rule, with hopes for twenty. Attribution: Julian II “the Apostate,” AD 361–363 AR Siliqua Mint: Arles Obv: DN FL CL IVLI-ANVS PF AVG — pearl-diademed, draped, bearded bust right Rev: VOT X MVLT XX within laurel wreath; eagle in badge at top of wreath Refs: RIC VIII Arles 309; RSC 148; Sear 19126