© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quadrans S C
98 year| Bronze | 2.4 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nerva (Marcus Cocceius Nerva) (96-98) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 98 |
| Value | 1 Quadrans = ¼ As = 1⁄64 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.4 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#252553 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged caduceus upright.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation: Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.063–2.77 g;Diameter varies: 15–16.43 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quadrans (S C) (98) coin was used during the reign of Emperor Nero, who ruled the Roman Empire from 54 to 68 AD. Nero was known for his extravagance and lavish spending, and the Quadrans coin was one of the many coins that were minted during his reign to finance his elaborate projects and military campaigns. Despite its small denomination, the Quadrans coin was an important part of the Roman economy and was widely used for everyday transactions.
