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© Bertolami Fine Arts
Sestertius - Nero PACE P R TERRA MARIQ PARTA IANVM CLVSIT S C
| Bronze | 25.3 g | 33 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 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.3 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246534 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple of Janus, with latticed window to left and double doors to right with garland hung across ('terra door').
Script: Latin
Lettering: PACE P R TERRA MARIQ PARTA IANVM CLVSIT S C
Translation:
Pace Populo Romano Terra Marique Parta Ianum Clusit, Senatus Consultum.
Peace of the Roman people on land and sea. The gates of the temple of Janus are closed. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 23.1–26.61 g;Diameter varies: 31–35 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 on one side, while the other side bears an inscription that translates to "Peace on land and sea, through the victory of Nero." This coin was minted during Nero's reign, which was marked by political turmoil and violence, making the message of peace and victory an interesting contrast to the reality of the time.
