© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
As - Nero GENIO AVGVSTI S C; Genius
| Bronze | 12.3 g | - |
| 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 | 12.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246678 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius Populi Romani standing left, holding patera over flaming altar in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GENIO AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Genio Augusti, Senatus Consultum.
To the genius (guardian spirit) of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Nero, who was known for his extravagance and tyranny, yet the coin's reverse side features the image of the Genius of Augustus, symbolizing the power and wisdom of the Roman emperor. This contrast between the two sides of the coin may reflect the complexities of Nero's rule and the tensions between his personal character and his role as a leader.
