© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Augustus IMP NERVA CAESAR AVGVSTVS REST
98 year| Bronze | 25.4 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nerva (Marcus Cocceius Nerva) (96-98) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 98 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.4 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#252576 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding large S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP NERVA CAESAR AVGVSTVS REST
Translation:
Imperator Nerva Caesar Augustus, Restituit.
Supreme commander (Imperator) Nerva, Caesar, emperor (Augustus), has restored [this coin].
Comment
Mass varies: 21.79–29.28 g;Diameter varies: 32–35 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and a representation of the goddess Roma on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which lasted from 27 BC to 14 AD, and it was used as a means of spreading propaganda and promoting the image of the emperor as a powerful and benevolent leader. The coin's design and imagery were carefully chosen to convey the message of Roman strength and prosperity under Augustus' rule.
