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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Nero
| Silver | 3.1 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 67-68 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#246243 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Aquila right between two standards
Comment
Mass varies: 2.1–3.62 g;Diameter varies: 16–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Nero (67-68) coin is that it features a portrait of the Roman Emperor Nero, who was known for his extravagance and tyranny. Despite his controversial reign, Nero's coinage remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
