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Denarius - Nero VESTA; Vesta
| 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 | 64-68 |
| 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#246237 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Round hexastyle temple with statue of Vesta inside
Script: Latin
Lettering: VESTA
Comment
Mass varies: 2.66–3.41 g;Diameter varies: 17–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Nero (VESTA; Vesta) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Vesta on the reverse side, which is unusual for a coin issued during Nero's reign. Nero was known for his extravagance and tyranny, and it's surprising that he would allow a coin to be issued with a symbol of a goddess associated with hearth and home, tradition, and family values. This coin may have been issued as a way to appease the Roman people and promote a sense of stability and tradition during a time of political upheaval.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (64-68) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Nero (VESTA; Vesta) (64-68) coin.
