contorniate

Please enable JavaScript in your web browser to get the best experience.

Object Type
Museum number: R.4837
Description: Copper alloy contorniate, cast (rather than struck). (whole); Laureate head of Nero, right. (obverse); Victory advancing left, with wreath and palm-branch. A figure has been faintly engraved at Victory's feet. (reverse)
State
Cultures/periods
Production date: 4thC(late)-5thC
Production place: Minted in: Rome (city)
Materials
Technique
Dimensions: Die-axis: 6 o'clock; Weight: 22.870 grammes
$Inscriptions
Bibliographic references
Location: Not on display
Subjects: emperor/empress; classical deity; allegory/personification
Associated names: Representation of: Nero; Named in inscription & portrayed: Nike/Victoria/Victory
Department: Coins and Medals
Registration number: R.4837

Free entry