© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Nerva Posthumous; CONSECRATIO
| Silver | 3.4 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decius (Gaius Messius Quintus Traianus Decius) (249-251) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 250-251 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#283044 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rectangular altar, with four panels in front, lighted.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSECRATIO
Translation: Consecration.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.3–4.55 g;Diameter varies: 19–24 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a posthumous image of Emperor Nerva, who ruled the Roman Empire from 96 to 98 AD. Despite his short reign, Nerva's legacy was significant, as he implemented several important reforms, including the creation of a civil service system and the establishment of a formal process for selecting future emperors. Additionally, he was known for his humility and fairness, earning him the nickname "the Good Emperor."
