NERO, A.D. 54-68. AV Aureus (7.75 gms), Lugdunum Mint, A.D. 60-61. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Brushed. RIC-21; Calico-427. Obverse: NERO CAESAR AVG IMP, bare head right; Reverse: PONTIF MAX TR P VII COS IIII P P, EX S C within oak wreath. A splendid example emanating from the reign of Nero, most cruel of Emperors, this brilliant gold Aureus is stunning in strike, with rich detail and clear, evident legends. Though there is noted brushing, the overall beauty of this piece of history is not subtracted from in the least.
