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Nero as Caesar; 51-4 AD, Lugdunum, Aureus, 7.57g. BM-90, Paris-94, C-96 (45 Fr.), RIC-78 (R2). Obv: NERONI CLAVDIO DRVSO GERM COS DESIGN Draped bust r., with head bare. Rx: Honorary round shield and spear, the shield inscribed EQVESTER / OR - DO / PRINCIPI / IVVENT in four lines. From the same obverse die as a specimen in Brussels, von Kaenel, Claudius, pl. 15, 1172. The reverse legend testifies that "the Equestrian Order [bestowed these marks of honor upon Nero Caesar,] the Prince of the Youth".Sharp, youthful portrait of Nero. Some wear at the highest points of the hair, which could actually be the results of striking. Choice EF