© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Nero PACE P R VBIQ PARTA IANVM CLVSIT S C
| Bronze | 9.8 g | 26.5 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 | 9.8 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246518 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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
Translation:
Pace Populo Romano Ubique Parta Ianum Clusit, Senatus Consultum.
Peace of the Roman people everywhere. The gates of the temple of Janus are closed. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.445–10.83 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 ruled from 54 to 68 AD, on one side, and the goddess Pax (IANVM) on the other. This coin was minted during a time of relative peace and stability in the Roman Empire, which was a rare occurrence during Nero's reign, which was marked by political turmoil, wars, and natural disasters. Despite this, Nero's reign also saw significant cultural and artistic achievements, including the construction of the Colosseum and the development of Greek-inspired art and architecture.
