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Tetradrachm of Nero
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art

Tetradrachm of Nero

Possible OriginAlexandria, Egypt, Africa
CultureRoman
PeriodImperial, reign of Nero
Date65-66 CE
MediumDebased silver
Dimensions1/4 oz., 1 in. (6.7 g, 2.5 cm)
Object numberX.0567
Label TextThis is a Roman provincial coin from Alexandria, Egypt

Obverse:Obverse: ΝΕΡΩ ΚΛΑΥ ΚΑΙΣ ΣΕΒ ΓΕΡ, with radiate bust of Nero wearing aegis facing right

Reverse: ΑΥΤΟΚΡΑ, L ΙΒ, with bust of personification of Alexandria with elephant headdress facing right
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Greek and Roman Art
Technical NotesDie Axis: 12