Nero, AD 54-68. Sestertius (Orichalcum, 34 mm, 26.44 g, 8 h), Rome, c. 65. NERO CLAVD CAESAR AVG GER P M TR P IMP P P Laureate head of Nero to left. Rev. S - C / ROMA Roma, helmeted and draped, seated left on cuirass, holding Victory in her right hand and resting her left on a parazonium; behind her, three shields. BMC 178. RIC 274. An attractive piece, with a smooth, dark brown-green patina. Has been very carefully cleaned, otherwise, extremely fine.
Price realized | 1'500 CHF |
Starting price | 1'200 CHF |
Estimate | 1'500 CHF |