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Sestertius - Nerva LIBERTAS PVBLICA S C; Libertas
96 year| Bronze | 22 g | 33 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 | 22 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#252510 |
|---|---|
| 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
Mass varies: 21.716–22.29 g;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 promote freedom and alleviate the burdens of taxation on the Roman people. The coin's design may have been intended to symbolize the emperor's policies and promote his image as a champion of liberty.
