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Dupondius of Nero, Lugdunum

Dupondius of Nero, Lugdunum

r. 54 - 68 CE

Nero

Roman Imperial

Obv.: Radiate bust of Nero r., small globe at point of bust; around, NERO CLAVD CAESAR AVG GER P M TR P IMP P P. Rev.: Frontal view of the Macellum Magnum, its domed central section (in two stories and approached by steps) flanked by two-storied wings of unequal height, with porticoes; above the steps in center, male figure standing l., l. hand holding long scepter; to l., MAC; to r., AVG; below steps, S C.

Bronze

Roman Imperial period, Early

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