© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Nero IANVM CLVSIT PACE P R TERRA MARIQ PARTA; Janus
| 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 | 65-66 |
| 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#246233 |
|---|---|
| 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: 7.21–7.24 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique depiction of the Roman god Janus, who is shown with two faces, one looking forward and the other backward, symbolizing the duality of time and the ability to look into both the past and the future. This representation of Janus is not commonly found on Roman coins, making it a notable and interesting feature of this particular coin.
