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Æ18 - Nero Philadelphia; Lydia
| Bronze | 4 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Philadelphia (Conventus of Sardis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 54-59 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#311475 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hecate standing facing, wearing kalathos, holding a long torch in each hand.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΝΕΙΚΑΝΡ ΦΙΛΑΔΕΛΦΕΩΝ
Translation: Nikanor of Philadelphia.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Nero, who ruled from 54 to 59 AD, on one side, and the goddess Lydia on the other. This coin was part of a series of coins issued during Nero's reign that featured various deities and goddesses from different cultures, highlighting the diverse religious influences of the Roman Empire at the time.
