Quinarius - Nerva (VICTORIA AVGVST; Victory) (97) front Quinarius - Nerva (VICTORIA AVGVST; Victory) (97) back
Quinarius - Nerva (VICTORIA AVGVST; Victory) (97) photo
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Quinarius - Nerva VICTORIA AVGVST; Victory

97 year
Silver 1.48 g -
Description
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
1.48 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#252439
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Victory seated left, 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 - Nerva coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Nerva (96-98 AD), who was known for his efforts to restore stability and prosperity to the Roman Empire after a period of turmoil. The coin's design features the goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse, symbolizing the empire's military victories and the emperor's role as a victorious leader. The coin's silver content and relatively low weight also make it a notable example of Roman coinage during this period.