© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Semis - Nero CERTA QVINQ ROM CO S S C
| Bronze | 4.2 g | 18 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 | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246454 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Table decorated with two sphinxes or gryphons confronting; on top, urn and wreath; round shield resting on leg.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CERTA QVINQ ROM CO 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: 4.19–4.28 g;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, on one side, and the Roman goddess Ceres, who was associated with agriculture and fertility, on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and social change in the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the cultural and religious values of the time.
