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Drachm - Nero and Claudius DIVOS CLAVD AVGVST GERMANIC PATER AVG
| Silver | 3.08 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 63-64 |
| Value | Drachm = 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.08 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#246833 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Claudius, laureate, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIVOS CLAVD AVGVST GERMANIC PATER AVG
Translation:
Divos Claudius Augustus Germanicus Pater Augusti.
Divine Claudius, emperor (Augustus), victor over the Germans, father of the emperor.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of two emperors, Nero and Claudius, on the same coin. This is because Nero, who was known for his extravagance and tyranny, adopted Claudius as his son and successor in 64 AD, just before his death. The coin's inscription, "DIVOS CLAVD AVGVST GERMANIC PATER AVG," translates to "The divine Claudius, Augustus Germanicus, father of the emperor," highlighting Claudius' new status as the adopted son of Nero and his role as the future emperor. This coin is a unique historical artifact that provides insight into the political dynamics of the Roman Empire during that time.
