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Aureus - Nero IANVM CLVSIT PACE P R TERRA MARIQ PARTA; Janus
| Gold | 7.3 g | 18.5 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 | 7.3 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#246225 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple of Janus with closed doors
Script: Latin
Lettering: IANVM CLVSIT PACE P R TERRA MARIQ PARTA
Unabridged legend: Ianum Clusit Pace Populo Romano Terra Marique Parta.
Translation: Peace of the Roman people on land and sea. The gates of the temple of Janus are closed.
Comment
Mass varies: 7–7.68 g;Diameter varies: 18–19.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showing the Roman god Janus, who is often depicted with two faces looking in opposite directions, symbolizing the beginning and end of the Roman year.
