© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Semis - Nero PONTIF MAX TR POT IMP P P S C; Roma
| Bronze | 5.6 g | 22.5 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 | 5.6 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246696 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, in military dress, seated left on cuirass, holding wreath and parazonium; behind, various arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF MAX TR POT 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: 4.55–6.71 g;Diameter varies: 22–23 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, on one side, and the goddess Roma on the other. This coin was minted during Nero's reign, and it's interesting to note that Nero was known for his extravagance and tyranny, and his rule was marked by controversial policies and events, such as the Great Fire of Rome and the persecution of Christians. Despite this, he was still revered as a god by some Romans, which is reflected in the coin's inscription, "PONTIF MAX TR POT IMP P P S C," which means "Supreme Pontiff, Greatest Potentate, Emperor, Father of the Fatherland."
