© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Nero SACERD COOPT IN OMN CONL SVPRA NVM EX SC
| Silver | 3.2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50-54 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#246962 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Simpulum left and lituus right; above, tripod left and patera right
Script: Latin
Lettering: SACERD COOPT IN OMN CONL SVPRA NVM EX SC
Comment
Mass varies: 2.62–3.67 g;Diameter varies: 18–21 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, who ruled from 54 to 68 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Ceres on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant cultural and political change in the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the values and beliefs of the people during that era.
