© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Dupondius - Nero VICTORIA AVGVSTI; Victory
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246293 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory flying left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGVSTI
Translation:
Victoria Augusti
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Nero's image and the inscription "VICTORIA AVGVSTI" (Victory of the Augusti) was minted during a time of significant political and social change in the Roman Empire. Despite Nero's controversial reign, which was marked by accusations of tyranny and extravagance, this coin remains a popular collector's item due to its historical significance and aesthetic appeal.
