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Quinarius - Nerva VICTORIA AVGVST; Victory
97 year| Silver | 1.56 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nerva (Marcus Cocceius Nerva) (96-98) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 97 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius = ½ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.56 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#252437 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory advancing right, holding wreath and palm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGVST
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Quinarius was a denomination of Roman currency that was introduced during the reign of Emperor Nerva (96-98 AD). The coin's design featured the goddess Victory (Victoria) on the obverse (front side), and the emperor's name and title on the reverse (back side). The Quinarius was made of silver and had a weight of 1.56 grams. It was an important coin in the Roman Empire's monetary system and was used for everyday transactions.
