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Cistophorus - Nerva COS III; Diana of Perge
98 year| Silver | 10 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nerva (Marcus Cocceius Nerva) (96-98) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 98 |
| Value | Cistophorus = 3 Drachms = 3 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252556 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple of Diana of Perge, showing two columns on podium of three steps, in center is cultus-statue of goddess seated, in crescent on base; frieze inscribed DIANA PERG.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS III
Translation:
Consul Tertium.
Consul for the third time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Cistophorus - 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 Diana on the reverse, indicating that it was minted at the Roman mint in Perge, which was located in modern-day Turkey. The coin's silver content and weight of 10 grams also suggest that it was a standard circulation coin used in everyday transactions throughout the empire.
