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Didrachm - Nerva
97 year| Silver | 6.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Caesarea (Galatia-Cappadocia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nerva (Marcus Cocceius Nerva) (96-98) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 97 |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#428173 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Club, handle at top.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΥΠΑΤΟΥ ΤΡΙΤΟΥ
Translation: of the consul for the third time
Interesting fact
The Didrachm - Nerva (97) from Caesarea (Galatia-Cappadocia) is a rare coin that features a unique combination of symbols and imagery. On one side, it depicts the Roman emperor Nerva, while on the other side, it shows a stylized representation of the goddess Tyche, who was revered as the protector of the city of Caesarea. This coin is particularly interesting because it highlights the blending of Roman and Greek cultures during the Roman Empire, and it provides a glimpse into the religious and political beliefs of the people who lived in that region during that time.
