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Aureus - Nerva CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM
97 year| Gold | 7.64 g | - |
| 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 | 7.64 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252426 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Clasped hands holding aquila set on prow, left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM
Translation:
Concordia Exercituum.
Harmony with the army.
Comment
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 coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Nerva, who ruled from 96 to 98 AD and was known for his efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the empire. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
