Nero Claudius Drusus, brother of Tiberius and father of Claudius (died 9 AD). AV Aureus, Lugdunum mint. Struck under Claudius, 41-42 AD. Obv. NERO CLAVDIVS GERMANICVS IMP. Laureate head left. Rev. DE above and GERM on architrave of triumphal arch surmounted by equestrian statue right, between two trophies, each with seated and bound captive at foot. RIC I (2nd ed.) (Claudius) 69; C. 1; Calicò 315. 7.79 g. 19 mm. R. Rare and superb example of this fascinating issue. Brilliant, with warm and delicate tone. About EF. Drusus conducted a series of campaigns in Germanic territory, aiming to consolidate Roman rule and establish a more solid presence in the region. His operations included building fortifications and organizing punitive campaigns against Germanic tribes that resisted Roman influence.
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