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Denarius - Nerva IMP II COS III DESIGN IIII P P; Libertas
97 year| Silver | 3 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 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252465 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in right hand and transverse sceptre, pointing up slightly to right, in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP II COS III DESIGN IIII P P
Translation:
Imperator Secundum, Consul Tertium, Designatus Quartum, Pater Patriae.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the third time, elect for the fourth time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.53–3.45 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas, who represents freedom and liberty, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of individual freedom and the principles of democracy in ancient Roman culture. Additionally, the coin's design, which includes a radiate crown and a scepter, symbolizes the power and authority of the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Nerva.
