© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sestertius - Nero S C; Mars, Pax, and Victory
| Bronze | 26.2 g | 35 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 | 26.2 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246349 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
View of triumphal arch, showing front and left hand side; above, the Emperor in a quadriga escorted by Victory; arch is heavily ornamented and decorated with statues of Pax, Mars and two soldiers.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Unabridged legend: Senatus Consultum
Translation: Decree of the senate
Comment
Mass varies: 22.12–30.1 g;Diameter varies: 33–36 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols and deities. The reverse side of the coin depicts Mars, the Roman god of war, standing between Pax, the goddess of peace, and Victory, representing the Roman Empire's military triumphs. This combination of symbols highlights the contrast between war and peace, and how the Roman Empire sought to achieve peace through military conquests. Additionally, the fact that Nero's name is inscribed on the coin suggests that it was issued during his reign, which was marked by significant political and social upheaval in ancient Rome.
