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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Nero IVPPITER CVSTOS; Jupiter
| 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 | 66-67 |
| 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#246238 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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
Unabridged legend: Iuppiter Custos.
Translation: Jupiter, the guardian.
Comment
Mass varies: 6.9–7.36 g;Diameter varies: 18–20 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" in Latin, highlighting the Roman belief in Jupiter's protective role over the empire. Additionally, the coin's gold content and weight of 7.2 grams signify its value and authenticity as a standard circulation coin of the Roman Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (66-67) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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) (66-67) coin.
