Aureus - Nerva (CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM) (97) front Aureus - Nerva (CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM) (97) back
Aureus - Nerva (CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM) (97) photo
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Aureus - Nerva CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM

97 year
Gold 7.7 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Nerva (Marcus Cocceius Nerva) (96-98)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
97
Value
1 Aureus = 25 Denarii
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Gold
Weight
7.7 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#252424
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Clasped hands.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM

Translation:
Concordia Exercituum.
Harmony with the army.

Comment

Mass varies: 3.24–7.42 g;
Diameter varies: 17–18 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Aureus - Nerva (CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM) (97) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Concordia on the reverse side, which symbolizes harmony and unity among the Roman people and military. This image was chosen by Emperor Nerva, who ruled from 96 to 98 AD, as a way to promote unity and stability within the empire. The coin's design and message were meant to convey the idea that the Roman Empire was a powerful and harmonious entity, and that the emperor was a wise and just leader who promoted peace and prosperity for all.