© Cahn Auction 61
© Cahn Auction 61
As - Nero PONTIF MAX TR P IMP P P S C I
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nero as Apollo Citharoedus, laureate, advancing right, playing lyre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF MAX TR P IMP P P S C I
Unabridged legend: Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestas, Imperator, Pater Patriae, Senatus Consultum.
Translation: High priest, tribunician power, supreme commander, father of the country. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Coin illustrated is the example coin from Plate XV of “Collection of Prof. Dr. Karl Hahn, Frankfurt am Main: ancient coins; Auction: Monday, December 3rd and Tuesday, December 4th, 1928 (catalog no. 61)”, Adolph E Cahn, Frankfurt, Main. In this it is described as a medallion.
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, yet he is depicted on the coin with a modest expression and a simple crown, suggesting a more humble side of his personality.
