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Nero's Imperial Mint and Economic Crisis
In this episode, Lucas and Luna delve into Nero's controversial reforms of the Roman monetary system. They explore how, in 64 AD, Nero reduced the weight and purity of the denarius and aureus, debasing the currency to fund his massive building projects and grain distributions. The conversation examines the role of the mint at Lugdunum, the economic consequences of debasement including inflation, and the reactions of historians like Pliny the Elder and Tacitus. They also discuss the impact on trade with the East, the backlash from the elite, and how Nero's coinage reflects his…
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