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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Nero IVPPITER CVSTOS; Jupiter
| Gold | 7.2 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 | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#246227 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Jupiter, bare to waist, cloak round lower limbs, seated, left on throne, holding thunderbolt in right hand and long sceptre in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVPPITER CVSTOS
Translation: Jupiter, the guardian.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.044–7.4 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Nero (IVPPITER CVSTOS; Jupiter) coin is that it features a unique combination of imagery and inscriptions that reflect the political and religious beliefs of the Roman Empire during the reign of Nero (54-68 AD). The obverse side of the coin depicts the bust of Nero, while the reverse side shows Jupiter, the king of the gods, holding a lightning bolt and a scepter. The inscription "IVPPITER CVSTOS" means "Jupiter the Guardian," highlighting Nero's association with the god Jupiter and his role as the protector of the Roman people. This coin is a rare and valuable example of Roman numismatics and provides insight into the political and religious ideologies of the Roman Empire during this period.
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 (IVPPITER CVSTOS; Jupiter) (64-65) coin.
