© Wilson Roberto Vasques Nunes
© Wilson Roberto Vasques Nunes
Dupondius - Nero AΡIΣTIΩNOΣ ΣTΡATHΓOY; Apollo; Thessaly
| Bronze | 8.65 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Koinon of Thessaly (Achaea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 64-68 |
| Value | Dupondius (⅛) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.65 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#167740 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Apollo Citharoedus, draped, advancing right, playing lyre.
Script: Greek
Lettering: AΡIΣTIΩNOΣ ΣTΡATHΓOY
Translation: AΡIΣTIΩNOΣ ΣTΡATHΓOY: "Strategist Aristion".
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Apollo, the Greek god of the sun, music, poetry, and prophecy, on one side, and an image of Nero, the Roman emperor, on the other side. This coin was minted during Nero's reign (54-68 AD) and was used as a means of spreading Roman propaganda and promoting the cult of the emperor in the provinces. The fact that it features both Greek and Roman imagery highlights the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during this period of history.