★ An exceptional semis of Nero ★

Nero, AD 54-68. Semis (Orichalcum, 17 mm, 4.00 g, 7 h), Rome, 62-68. NERO CAES AVG IMP Laureate head of Nero to right. Rev. CERT QVINQ ROM CON / S C Table surmounted by wreath, amphora and the value mark S; below table, small and round shield rests against table leg. BMC 271. Cohen 58. RIC 241. An exceptionally attractive piece with a beautiful olive green patina. The reverse struck slightly off center, otherwise, nearly extremely fine.