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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Nero AVGVSTVS GERMANICVS; Victory
| Gold | 7.2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 64-65 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#246221 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nero, radiate, togate, standing front, left knee slightly bent, holding branch in right hand and Victory on globe in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVSTVS GERMANICVS
Translation: Emperor, victor over the Germans.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.03–7.35 g;Diameter varies: 18–19.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Nero (AVGVSTVS GERMANICVS; Victory) coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Greek influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Roman emperor Nero, while the reverse side features the Greek goddess Victory (Nike) holding a wreath and a palm branch. This blending of cultural influences reflects the cultural exchange and syncretism that occurred during the Roman Empire, and is a testament to the diverse and multicultural nature of the empire at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (64-65) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Aureus - Nero (AVGVSTVS GERMANICVS; Victory) (64-65) coin.
