© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Hemidrachm - Nero ARMENIAC; Victory
| Silver | 1.6 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 59-60 |
| Value | Hemidrachm = ½ Drachm = ½ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246828 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory advancing right, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARMENIAC
Translation:
Armeniacus.
Conqueror of Armenia.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.51–1.72 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm - Nero (ARMENIAC; Victory) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Nero, who ruled the Roman Empire from 54 to 68 AD. Nero was known for his extravagance and tyranny, and the coin's design reflects his love of Greek culture and art. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Nero, while the reverse depicts the goddess Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military triumphs. The coin's intricate design and historical significance make it a valuable and interesting artifact for collectors and historians.
