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#246294 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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" is interesting because it was minted during a time of significant political turmoil in the Roman Empire. Nero, who ruled from 54 to 68 AD, was known for his extravagance, tyranny, and alleged role in the Great Fire of Rome. Despite his controversial reign, the coin's Victory inscription suggests that Nero was still promoting his image as a powerful and triumphant leader, even in the face of growing opposition and unrest. This coin serves as a small but fascinating window into the complex historical figure of Nero and the tumultuous era in which he ruled.
