© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Nero PACE P R VBIQ PARTA IANVM CLVSIT S C
| Bronze | 10.9 g | 29.5 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 | 10.9 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246521 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple of Janus, with latticed window to right and double doors to left 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: 10.78–10.92 g;Diameter varies: 27.5–31 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 for many years after his death, indicating the enduring impact he had on the Roman Empire.
