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Electronic Auction 519

Lot nuber 403

Nero. AD 54-68. Æ Dupondius (27mm, 14.65 g, 6h). Rome mint. Struck circa AD 64.


Electronic Auction 519
Lot: 403.
 Estimated: $ 300

Roman Imperial, Bronze

Sold For $ 1 000. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

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Nero. AD 54-68. Æ Dupondius (27mm, 14.65 g, 6h). Rome mint. Struck circa AD 64. Radiate head right / Façade of the Macellum Magnum: statue standing facing on base within cylindrical tetrastyle entrance set on tiered base, upper tristyle story surmounted by ornate conical dome; two-story tristyle porch on either side. RIC I 184; WCN 203. Brown surfaces, numerous scratches, reverse struck off center. VF.

The Macellum Magnum was Nero's great provision-market, probably dating from AD 59. This magnificent structure, originally occupying the middle of a square lined with porticoes and shops, was located on the Caelian Hill. It survived in its original state until the late 4th century, when its dilapidated condition necessitated a major reconstruction. During the turbulent 5th century the building again fell into partial ruin and in the latter part of the century it was transformed under Pope Simplicius (468-482) into the church of S. Stefano Rotondo.

Closing Date and Time: 29 June 2022 at 12:14:00 ET.

All winning bids are subject to an 18% buyer’s fee.