Denarius - Nero IANVM CLVSIT PACE P R TERRA MARIQ PARTA; Janus
| Silver | 3.58 g | 18.87 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 | 3.58 g |
| Diameter | 18.87 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#246226 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Temple of Janus with closed doors
Script: Latin
Lettering: IANVM CLVSIT PACE P R TERRA MARIQ PARTA
Translation:
Ianum Clusit Pace Populo Romano Terra Marique Parta
Peace of the Roman people on land and sea. The gates of the temple of Janus are closed.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Janus, the Roman god of beginnings and endings, on one side, and an image of Nero, the Roman emperor, on the other. This coin was minted during Nero's reign, which was marked by significant political and social upheaval in ancient Rome. The inclusion of Janus on the coin may have been a nod to the idea of new beginnings or a representation of Nero's desire to usher in a new era of peace and prosperity, despite the turmoil that characterized much of his rule.
