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Denarius - Agrippina the Younger and Nero NERO CLAVD CAES DRVSVS GERM PRINC IVVENT
| Silver | 3.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50-54 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#246960 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Nero, bare-headed, draped, left
Script: Latin
Lettering: NERO CLAVD CAES DRVSVS GERM PRINC IVVENT
Translation:
Nero Claudius Caesar Drusus Germanicus Principes Juventutis.
Nero Claudius Caesar Drusus, conqueror of the Germans, prince of youth.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.04–3.4 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare representation of Agrippina the Younger, the mother of Nero, on the obverse (front side), while Nero is depicted on the reverse (back side). This is unusual because Agrippina was typically depicted on the reverse of coins, while the emperor was featured on the obverse. This deviation from the standard design may indicate that the coin was issued during a time when Agrippina held significant political power and influence, possibly as a result of her close relationship with Nero.
