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Sestertius - Nerva CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM S C
97 year| Bronze | 26.3 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nerva (Marcus Cocceius Nerva) (96-98) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 97 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.3 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#252533 |
|---|---|
| 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
Mass varies: 24.63–27.9 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Concordia, which represents harmony and unity, on the reverse side. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was seeking to promote unity and stability, possibly in response to internal conflicts or external threats.
