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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
As - Nero PACE P R VBIQ PARTA IANVM CLVSIT S C
| Bronze | 11 g | 27 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 | 11 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246517 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Temple of Janus, with latticed window to left and double doors to right with garland hung across ('ubique door').
Script: Latin
Lettering: PACE P R VBIQ PARTA IANVM CLVSIT S C
Unabridged legend: Pace Populo Romano Ubique Parta Ianum Clusit, Senatus Consultum
Translation: Peace of the Roman people everywhere. The gates of the temple of Janus are closed. Decree of the senate
Comment
Mass varies: 8.45–17.76 g;Diameter varies: 25–28.5 mm;
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 emperor Nero, who was known for his extravagance and tyranny. Despite his controversial reign, Nero's image was still used on coins during his lifetime and after his death, indicating the enduring impact of his rule on Roman culture and society.
