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Roman Emperor Nero Coin Cufflinks Great looking coin cufflinks made of high-quality replica silver-tone coins featuring Roman emperor Nero. 18 millimeters in diameter. Thanks for looking! Nero: Born on December 15, 37 and died on June 9, 68. He was Roman Emperor from 54 to 68, and the last in the Julio-Claudian dynasty. Nero was adopted by his great-uncle Claudius to become his heir and successor, and succeeded to the throne in 54 following Claudius’ death. During his reign, Nero focused much of his attention on diplomacy, trade, and enhancing the cultural life of the Empire. He ordered theaters built and promoted athletic games. During his reign, the redoubtable general Corbulo conducted a successful war and negotiated peace with the Parthian Empire. His general Suetonius Paulinus crushed a revolt in Britain and also annexed the Bosporan Kingdom to the Empire, beginning the First Roman–Jewish War. In 64, most of Rome was destroyed in the Great Fire of Rome, which many Romans believed Nero himself had started in order to clear land for his planned palatial complex, the Domus Aurea. He rebuilt Rome magnificently. In 68, the rebellion of Vindex in Gaul and later the acclamation of Galba in Hispania drove Nero from the throne. Facing assassination, he committed suicide on June 9, 68. His death ended the Julio-Claudian Dynasty, sparking a brief period of civil wars known as the Year of the Four Emperors. Nero’s rule is often associated with tyranny and extravagance. He is known for many executions, including those of his mother and the probable murder by poison of his stepbrother, Britannicus. He is also infamously known as the Emperor who “fiddled while Rome burned”, although this is now considered an inaccurate rumor, and as an early persecutor of Christians. He was known for having captured Christians burned in his garden at night for a source of light. This view is based on the writings of Tacitus, Suetonius, and Cassius Dio, the main surviving sources for Nero’s reign. Few surviving sources paint Nero in a favorable light. Some sources, though, including some mentioned above, portray him as an emperor who was popular with the common Roman people, especially in the East. The study of Nero is problematic as some modern historians question the reliability of ancient sources when reporting on Nero’s tyrannical acts. ALL CUFFLINKS ARE BOXED!100% satisfaction guaranteed. Returns accepted for any reason.Professionally crafted with care and precision.Solid. Made to last. great seller and a great experiencesabledoug ( 1866) Sep-19-18 Ancient Roman Emperor Nero Silver Tone Rome Coin Cufflinks + Gift Box! (#351953090789) Good seller, Thankskimipay ( 1281) Sep-04-16 Ancient Roman Emperor Nero Silver Tone Rome Coin Cufflinks + Gift Box! (#252461764604) Smooth and quick. Would buy from this seller again.hsnellings ( 43) Jan-07-15 ANCIENT ROMAN EMPERORS CLAUDIUS & NERO SILVER TONE COIN CUFFLINKS + BOX! (#351243015388) Great item, am well pleased – Nero and Claudius have never looked better!darrenorch ( 91) Jun-24-14 ANCIENT ROMAN EMPERORS CLAUDIUS & NERO SILVER TONE COIN CUFFLINKS + BOX! (#351087075401) just as described; arrived quicklytrsninia ( 932) Jun-19-13 ANCIENT ROMAN EMPERORS CLAUDIUS & NERO SILVER TONE COIN CUFFLINKS + BOX! (#251276887852) Great packaging and fast shipping. Will be a repeat customer!nacho_zr1 ( 8 ) Aug-14-12 ANCIENT ROMAN EMPERORS NERO & CARACALLA LARGE VINTAGE COIN CUFFLINKS! FREE S&H! (#261072938779) These really are unique. Nice craftsmanship. Expecting lots of complements.redzebra25 ( 139) May-31-12 ANCIENT ROMAN EMPERORS CLAUDIUS & NERO LARGE VINTAGE COIN CUFFLINKS! FREE S&H! (#261011643774)