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Denarius - Claudius EX S C
54 year| Silver | 3.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 54 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#246190 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Slow quadriga, ornamented, right, surmounted by four miniature horses; victories on either side
Script: Latin
Lettering: EX S C
Translation:
Ex Senatus Consultum
By special decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.46–3.63 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Claudius (EX S C) (54) coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Claudius, who was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms, but also for his controversial reign and alleged poisoning of his own family members. The coin's design, which includes an image of Claudius wearing a laurel wreath and holding a scepter, reflects the propaganda efforts of the Roman Empire to promote the emperor's image and legitimacy.
