Denarius - Nerva P M TR P COS III P P; Abundantia
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#252580 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Abundantia seated left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P COS III P P
Translation: High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the third time, father of the nation.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Nerva (P M TR P COS III P P; Abundantia) 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 Abundantia, reflects the emperor's efforts to promote prosperity and abundance throughout the empire. Despite the challenges of the time, the Denarius remained a widely used and highly valued currency, and this particular coin is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire.
