Aureus - Nerva (SALVS PVBLICA; Salus) (97) front Aureus - Nerva (SALVS PVBLICA; Salus) (97) back
Aureus - Nerva (SALVS PVBLICA; Salus) (97) photo
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Aureus - Nerva SALVS PVBLICA; Salus

97 year
Gold 7.5 g -
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
7.5 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#252435
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Salus, draped, seated left on throne, holding two corn-ears downwards in extended right hand, left arm resting on arm of throne.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SALVS PVBLICA

Unabridged legend: Salus Publica

Translation: Public health

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Aureus - Nerva coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Nerva (96-98 AD), who was known for his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and military. The coin's design features the goddess Salus (Salvation) on the reverse, which symbolizes Nerva's efforts to bring stability and prosperity back to the empire. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.