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The Roman Empire
Nero augustus, 54 – 68

Sestertius Lugdunum circa 65, Æ 25.85 g. NERO CLAVD CAESAR AVG GER P M TR IMP P P Laureate bust l. with globe at point of bust. Rev. S – C Triumphal arch decorated with friezes of battle scenes surmounted by statue of emperor in quadriga accompanied by Pax and Victory, flanked by two soldiers; inside niche of arch, a nude statue of helmeted Mars. C 306. BMC 330. WCN 429. RIC 433. CBN 69.
A very appealing portrait struck in high relief and an exceptionally
detailed reverse. Dark tone and good extremely fine


Ex Triton sale IV, 2000, 476. From the collection of Phillip De Vicci.

Along with the Temple of Janus this issue comes with a wide range of engraving detail on the reverse design. Here is a wonderful representation of the arch on the reverse. Overall the coin is just superb. They don't come any better. Worthy of the finest collection. MSG.