Aureus - Nero (SALVS; Salus) (65-66) front Aureus - Nero (SALVS; Salus) (65-66) back
Aureus - Nero (SALVS; Salus) (65-66) photo
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Aureus - Nero SALVS; Salus

 
Gold 7.3 g 19 mm
Description
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
7.3 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#246234
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Salus, draped, seated left, on ornamental throne, holding patera in right hand and resting left hand on side

Script: Latin

Lettering: SALVS

Translation: Health.

Comment

Mass varies: 6.97–7.39 g;
Diameter varies: 18–20.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Aureus - Nero (SALVS; Salus) coin from Rome, minted between 65-66 AD, features an image of the Roman goddess Salus, who represents safety, security, and well-being. This coin is interesting because it highlights the importance of Salus in Roman culture and how she was often depicted on coins during the reign of Emperor Nero. Additionally, the fact that it is made of gold and weighs 7.3 grams makes it a valuable and rare artifact for collectors and historians.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (65-66)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Aureus - Nero (SALVS; Salus) (65-66) coin.