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Roman Silver Denarius 'Nero' (66-67 AD, RIC I-67)
Material:
- Silver
Era:
- Ancient Roman
Rarity:
- Rare
Description
Roman Silver Denarius 'Nero' (66-67 AD, RIC I-67)
A very fine (vf) denarius struck under Nero at Rome in 66-67 AD.
Obverse
Legend: IMP NERO CAESAR AVGVSTVS
Full Latin: IMPERATOR NERO CAESAR AVGVSTVS
Translation: Emperor, Caesar
Description: Imperial portrait.
Reverse
Legend: SALVS
Full Latin: SALVS
Translation: Health, Welfare
Description: Salus seated left on throne, holding patera.
Historical context
Nero ruled Rome from 54 to 68 CE, his denarii struck primarily at Lugdunum and Rome before his fall. The famous 64 CE coinage reform reduced the denarius to roughly 90% silver, beginning the gradual debasement of Imperial currency. Reverses celebrating Salus or Jupiter were standard responses to the political instability of his later years.
Specifications
- Denomination: Denarius
- Mint: Rome
- Date struck: 66-67 AD
- Reference: RIC I-67
- Weight: 3.20 g
- Diameter: 19 mm
- Die axis:
- Condition: Very Fine (VF)
Wear it as a pendant
This coin can be paired with our handmade 925 silver chain with bail to wear it as a pendant. The bail is custom-fitted to the coin and fully reversible — the original artifact remains untouched. Add the chain to your order alongside this piece, or leave it in its original form.
Provenance
From a long-standing private European collection, acquired prior to current trade regulations. Each piece is independently evaluated, identified, and documented by Aurora Antiqua before listing. A certificate of authenticity is included.
Care
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