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Dupondius - Nerva CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM S C
97 year| Bronze | 14.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nerva (Marcus Cocceius Nerva) (96-98) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 97 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#252534 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Clasped hands holding aquila set on prow, left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM S C
Translation:
Concordia Exercituum. Senatus Consultum.
Harmony with the army. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Nerva (CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM S C) (97) from Rome, Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze weighing 14.6 g has an interesting fact that the coin's reverse side features the goddess Concordia, who is depicted holding a double-headed scepter and a patera, symbolizing unity and harmony, which was an important aspect of Roman culture during Nerva's reign.
