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Denarius - Nero AVGVSTVS GERMANICVS; Victory
| Silver | 3 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 64-65 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#246222 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Nero, radiate, togate, standing front, left knee slightly bent, holding branch in right hand and Victory on globe in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVSTVS GERMANICVS
Unabridged legend: Augustus Germanicus
Translation: Emperor, victor over the Germans.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.429–3.2 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Nero on one side, while the other side depicts the goddess Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch. This coin was minted during Nero's reign, which was marked by controversy and extravagance, and it is believed that the image of Victory was included to symbolize Nero's military victories. Despite Nero's tumultuous reign, this coin remains a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians alike.
