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Sestertius - Nerva LIBERTAS PVBLICA S C; Libertas
96 year| Bronze | 24.41 g | - |
| 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 | 24.41 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#252496 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in right hand and short sceptre, pointing up slightly to right, in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTAS PVBLICA S C
Translation:
Libertas Publica. Senatus Consultum.
Public freedom. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Nerva (LIBERTAS PVBLICA S C; Libertas) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas, who represents freedom and liberty, on its obverse side. This is significant because the coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Nerva, who was known for his efforts to restore liberties and civil rights to the Roman people after a period of autocratic rule by his predecessor, Domitian. The coin's design may have been intended to symbolize Nerva's commitment to promoting freedom and democracy in the Roman Empire.
