The 64AD Sestertius - NeroSestertius of Emperor Nero, minted around 64AD.
The Obverse shows the laureate head of Nero facing left. Legend is "NERO CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG GER P M TR P IMP P P".
The Reverse shows Nero in military dress, riding a horse and holding a spear. Foot soldiers around. Underneath is the text "DECVRSIO" (meaning 'a military exercise').SC (split across coin) means senatus consultum, or 'by decree of the Senate' so the coin was an official issue.
This coin graded as VF.
Image credit: CNG Coins
Mintage: Rare
Minted at Roman Mint
Minted in 64AD
Monarch/Ruler: Nero (Emperor 54AD-68AD)
Category: Roman. See more Roman coins
Country of Origin: Roman Empire
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