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Aureus - Nero SALVS; Salus
| Gold | 7.24 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 | 7.24 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#412067 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus seated left on high-backed throne, patera in right hand, left arm resting at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS
Translation: Health
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Nero (SALVS; Salus) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Nero, who was known for his extravagance and lavish spending. The coin's design features the goddess Salus, who represents safety and well-being, and the reverse side shows a shield with the letters "SALVS" (Salus) and "SALV" (Salus) on either side. This coin was likely used as a symbol of prosperity and good fortune, and its gold content made it a valuable and prestigious currency during the Roman Empire.
