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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Nerva FORTVNA P R; Fortuna
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#252431 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, seated left, holding corn-ears and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNA P R
Translation:
Fortuna Populus Romanus.
Good fortune of the Roman people.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.689–3.53 g;Diameter varies: 17–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Nerva (FORTVNA P R; Fortuna) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Nerva (96-98 AD), who was known for his efforts to reform the Roman Empire's currency and restore its economy. The coin's design features Fortuna, the Roman goddess of fortune and prosperity, on the obverse (front side), and an eagle on the reverse (back side). The coin's silver content and relatively low weight made it a widely used and accessible form of currency during its time.
