- Roman Provincial issue of PERGAMUM. RARE
- One of the greatest and wealthiest cities in Asia Minor.
- Issued by CLAUDIUS, struck 50-54 C.E. Incredible dynastic issue.
- Obverse, head of BRITAINNICUS (his biological son).
- Reverse, head of NERO. (His adopted son).
- Nero and his mother would eliminated.
- Britainnicus in 55 C.E.
- Bronze unit 3 grams, 15 mm.
- VF condition.
- Authenticity Guaranteed.
🪙This rare Roman Provincial issue from Pergamum, one of the most affluent and significant cities in Asia Minor, was issued under the reign of Emperor Claudius, struck between 50-54 C.E. This incredible dynastic coin features on the obverse the head of Britannicus, Claudius’s biological son, marking a poignant testament to familial and political ties within the Roman elite.
The reverse of the coin showcases the head of Nero, Claudius’s adopted son, who, along with his mother, would be infamously implicated in the elimination of Britannicus in 55 C.E., adding a dark historical context to this issue.
Weighing 3 grams and measuring 15 mm in diameter, this bronze unit is in VF (Very Fine) condition, indicating it has been well-preserved over millennia, retaining significant detail and authenticity. This coin not only represents a piece of monetary history but also tells a story of power, familial dynamics, and intrigue at the heart of the Roman Empire. Authenticity is guaranteed, ensuring its value as a genuine artifact of ancient history.
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