© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Semis - Nero CERT QVINQ ROM CON S S C
| Bronze | 3 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 Semis = ½ As = 1⁄32 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246450 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Table decorated with two sphinxes or gryphons confronting; on top, urn and wreath; round shield resting on leg.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CERT QVINQ ROM CON S S C
Translation:
Certamen Quinquennale Romae Constitum, Senatus Consultum.
The establishment of the Roman Quinquennial (Neronia) games. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.69–3.33 g;Diameter varies: 15.46–16 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Nero, who ruled from 54 to 68 AD. Nero is known for his extravagance and tyranny, and his reign was marked by controversial policies and events, including the Great Fire of Rome, which he was accused of starting himself. Despite his notorious reputation, Nero's image was still used on coins like this one, which was minted during his reign.
