© Museu de Prehistòria de València
© Museu de Prehistòria de València
Denarius - Nerva SALVS PVBLICA; Salus
96 year| Silver | 3.3 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nerva (Marcus Cocceius Nerva) (96-98) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 96 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252418 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, seated left on throne, holding two corn-ears in extended right hand, left arm resting on side of throne.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS PVBLICA
Translation:
Salus Publica.
Public health.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.145–3.6 g;Diameter varies: 17–18.56 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Nerva 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 economic stability. The coin's design features the goddess Salus (Salvation) on the reverse, which symbolizes Nerva's efforts to bring prosperity and well-being to the Roman people. The coin's silver content and weight of 3.3 grams also reflect the Empire's efforts to maintain a stable currency and economy.
