© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quadrans GER P M TR P IMP P P S C
| Bronze | 2 g | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 62-68 |
| Value | 1 Quadrans = ¼ As = 1⁄64 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246467 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Olive-branch, upright; sometimes three dots above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GER P M TR P IMP P P S C
Translation:
Germanicus, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestas, Imperator, Pater Patriae, Senatus Consultum.
Victor over the Germans, high priest, tribunician power, supreme commander (Imperator), father of the country. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.48–2.334 g;Diameter varies: 14–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quadrans coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Roman Empire, specifically during the reign of Emperor Nero (54-68 AD). The coin's design features the image of Nero on one side and a depiction of the goddess Ceres on the other, highlighting the importance of agriculture and prosperity in Roman society. Additionally, the Quadrans was the lowest denomination coin in circulation at the time, making it accessible to a wide range of people, including common citizens and merchants.
