Nero. AD 54-68. Æ Dupondius (28mm, 15.40 g, 5h). Rome mint. Struck circa AD 64. VF.

Triton XXVII
Lot: 693. Estimated: $ 750

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Nero. AD 54-68. Æ Dupondius (28mm, 15.40 g, 5h). Rome mint. Struck circa AD 64. NERO CLAVD CAESAR AVG GER P M TR P IMP P P, radiate head right / MAC AVG above, S C across field, 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; II (mark of value) in exergue. RIC I 184; Wulzinger Series V; WCN 203; BMCRE –; BN 318-9. Green and red-brown patina, smoothing. VF. Excellent architectural type.

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.

The final winners of all Triton XXVII lots will be determined at the live public sale that will be held on 9-10 January 2024.

Triton XXVII – Session Three – Lot 648–983 will be held Wednesday morning, 10 January 2024 beginning at 9:00 AM ET.

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