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As - Nero ARA PACIS S C
| Bronze | 9.3 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 62-68 |
| Value | 1 As = 1⁄16 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.3 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246670 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Altar with decorated panels and ornamented top, and central double doors.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARA PACIS S C
Translation:
Ara Pacis, Senatus Consultum.
Altar of peace. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.73–10.81 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene in Greek) on the reverse, which is unusual for a coin issued by Nero, who was known for his persecution of Christians and other religious minorities. This suggests that the coin may have been issued during a period of relative religious tolerance or as a propaganda effort to promote the idea of peace and stability under Nero's rule.
