Nero; AE As; Victory
Description:
Nero (54 - 68 AD). AE As, Lugdunum mint ca 66 AD. IMP NERO CAESAR AVG P MAX TR P P P; bare head right / Victory flying left with shield inscribed SPQR, S-C.
Diameter:
AE28 mm
Weight:
10,5 g
Grade:
VF/VF
Attribution:
C. 302; BMC 381; RIC 543
Commentary:
attractive brown patina with green deposits, sharp details, good style
History:
In the aftermath of Great Fire (64 BC), Nero used Christians as scapegoats to deter from rumours, that he was responsible for city's burning.
Article Number:
030-04-05-41652