© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Nerva FORTVNA PR S C; Fortuna
96 year| Bronze | 24.1 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nerva (Marcus Cocceius Nerva) (96-98) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 96 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.1 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#252493 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna seated left, holding corn-ears and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNA PR S C
Translation:
Fortuna Populus Romanus. Senatus Consultum.
Good fortune of the Roman people. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 23.09–25.09 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius - Nerva (FORTVNA PR S C; Fortuna) coin features an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on its reverse side. This is fitting, as the coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Nerva, who was known for his efforts to restore prosperity and stability to the Roman Empire after a period of turmoil. The coin's design serves as a symbol of the Empire's renewed focus on prosperity and good fortune under Nerva's leadership.
