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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Nerva AEQVITAS AVGVST; Aequitas
97 year| Silver | 3.1 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nerva (Marcus Cocceius Nerva) (96-98) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 97 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252446 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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: 2.77–3.22 g;Diameter varies: 17–18.57 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Nerva (AEQVITAS AVGVST; Aequitas) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Aequitas, who represents fairness and equality, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of these values in Roman society during the reign of Emperor Nerva (96-98 AD). The coin's design also includes the inscription "AEQVITAS AVGVST," which translates to "The Justice of the Augustus," further emphasizing the theme of justice and fairness.
