Dupondius - Nero MAC AVG S C II
| Bronze | 11 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 62-68 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246395 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Front view of the Macellum Magnum; above the steps, male figure standing, left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAC AVG S C II
Translation:
Macellum Augusti, Senatus Consultum.
The meat market of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Nero, minted between 62-68 AD, is interesting because it was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. Nero's reign was marked by lavish spending and financial reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, which led to inflation and debasement of the coinage. Despite this, the Dupondius coin remained a widely used denomination and was an important symbol of the Roman Empire's power and influence.
