CVC & Collectables presents an authentic bronze dupondius of Emperor Nero, struck at the important imperial mint of Lugdunum (modern Lyon). Issued during the mid-60s AD, this coin reflects Rome’s continued emphasis on victory imagery during a time when imperial authority was increasingly under strain.
Coin Highlights:
- Issuer: Roman Empire
- Emperor: Nero (AD 54–68)
- Denomination: AE Dupondius
- Mint: Lugdunum (Lyon)
- Date: Struck circa AD 65
- Metal: Bronze
- Obverse: Laureate head of Nero facing left, small globe at point of bust
- Reverse: Victory advancing left holding wreath and palm branch; S C in fields, II in exergue
- References: RIC I 412; BMCRE 351; WCN 509
- Grade: NGC VF
Emperor History:
- Nero ruled from AD 54 to 68 as the last emperor of the Julio-Claudian dynasty
- His early reign was relatively stable under advisors such as Seneca and Burrus
- Later years saw increasing autocracy, political executions, and revolts
- Major events during his reign include the Great Fire of Rome and the Boudican Revolt
- His death in AD 68 triggered the Year of the Four Emperors, a turning point in Roman history
Collectibility:
Nero’s bronze coinage remains highly collectible due to its strong portrait style and historical importance. Dupondii from the Lugdunum mint are especially desirable, representing Rome’s principal mint outside Italy. Certified examples in problem-free grades such as VF offer an excellent balance of detail, affordability, and historical presence.
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