© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Semis - Nero PON MA TR P IMP P P S C; Roma
| Bronze | 3.4 g | 17 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 | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246432 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, in military dress, seated left on cuirass, holding wreath and parazonium; behind, various arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PON MA TR P IMP P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestas, Imperator, Pater Patriae, Senatus Consultum.
High priest, tribunician power, supreme commander (Imperator), father of the country. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.39–4.17 g;Diameter varies: 16–19 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 appears on many coins from this period, reflecting his status as the supreme ruler of the Roman Empire.
