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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Nero IVPPITER CVSTOS; Jupiter
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 66-67 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#246239 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Jupiter, bare to waist, cloak round lower limbs, seated, left on throne, holding thunderbolt in right hand and long sceptre in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVPPITER CVSTOS
Unabridged legend: Iuppiter Custos.
Translation: Jupiter, the guardian.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.93–3.43 g;Diameter varies: 17–18 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Nero, the Roman emperor who ruled from 54 to 68 AD, on one side, and an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of the sky and thunder, on the other. This coin was minted during Nero's reign, and it highlights the importance of the Roman imperial cult, which deified the emperor and promoted his divine status. The coin's design also reflects the Roman Empire's cultural and religious influences, showcasing the blending of Roman and Greek traditions.
