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Sestertius - Nerva ROMA RENASCENS S C; Roma and Victory
97 year| Bronze | 28.5 g | - |
| 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 | 28.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#252528 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma seated left, holding Victory and spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA RENASCENS S C
Translation:
Roma Renascens. Senatus Consultum.
Rome born again. Decree of the senate.
Comment
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 Victory on the reverse side, which symbolizes the Roman Empire's military power and dominance during the reign of Emperor Nerva.
