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Denarius - Nerva IMP II COS IIII P P; Aequitas
98 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nerva (Marcus Cocceius Nerva) (96-98) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 98 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252472 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP II COS IIII P P
Translation:
Imperator Secundum, Consul Quartum, Pater Patriae.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the fourth time, father of the nation.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Nerva (IMP II COS IIII P P; Aequitas) was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which includes the image of Nerva and the goddess Aequitas, reflects the emperor's efforts to promote justice and fairness in his administration. Despite the challenges of the time, the Denarius remained a widely used and valued currency throughout the empire, and its design has been celebrated for its beauty and historical significance.
