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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Nerva AEQVITAS AVGVST; Aequitas
96 year| Silver | 3.3 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nerva (Marcus Cocceius Nerva) (96-98) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 96 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252405 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AEQVITAS AVGVST
Translation:
Aequitas Augusti.
Equity of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.82–3.56 g;Diameter varies: 17–18 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - 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 Aequitas, or Equity, on the reverse, which symbolizes Nerva's commitment to fairness and justice. The coin's silver content and weight were also carefully regulated to ensure consistency and accuracy in trade and commerce.
