Ancient Roman Coin. Emperor Nero 54-68 AD. Victory Moving Left Bronze AS

Ancient Roman Empire: Nero (54-68 AD) Copper As

Scarce Left-Facing Portrait — Lugdunum (Lyon) Mint — Struck Circa 65-66 AD

Item Details:

• Denomination: AE As

• Weight: 8.73 grams

• Diameter: 28 mm

• Mint: Lugdunum (Modern Lyon, France)

• Provenance: Ex-Locke & England Auctions (UK)

Design & Legends:

• Obverse: Head of Nero facing LEFT,  Small, subtle globe diagnostic mark at the tip of the neck truncation. Complete legend reads: IMP NERO CAESAR AVG P MAX TR P P P(with IMP NERO CAESAR AVG and TR elements visible on the coin).

• Reverse: The iconic and beautifully dynamic image of Victory flying left, wings spread, holding a shield inscribed S P Q R. Large, bold S — C split across the left and right fields. Legend reads: VICTORIA AVGVSTI.

Numismatic & Collector Notes:

• Desirable Left-Facing Profile: The vast majority of Nero’s reformed copper issues feature standard right-facing portraits. Left-facing examples are notably scarcer, adding excellent eye appeal and a premium for specialized Roman portrait collectors.

• Secure Mint Attribution: While many Nero bronzes originate from the capital, the distinct IMP prefix starting the obverse legend securely identifies this coin as a product of the highly accomplished Lugdunum (Lyon) mint during Nero's sweeping monetary reforms of 65–66 AD.

• Excellent Fabric: Weighing a solid 8.73g on a full, generous 28mm copper flan, this specimen has a fantastic, honest feel in the hand. It is accompanied by reliable regional UK auction room provenance.