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Denarius - Nerva COS III PATER PATRIAE
97 year| Silver | 3.2 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252460 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Simpulum, sprinkler, ewer and lituus.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS III PATER PATRIAE
Translation: Consul for the third time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.481–3.65 g;Diameter varies: 17–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Nerva (COS III PATER PATRIAE) (97) coin is that it features a unique reverse design that depicts the Roman goddess of wisdom, Minerva, standing left and holding a spear and a shield. This design was introduced during the reign of Emperor Nerva (96-98 AD) and was meant to promote the idea of wisdom and strength, which were key values of the Roman Empire at the time.
