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Nerva sestertius, AD 96-98

 Item — Box: 1, Item: 21

Scope and Contents

On the assassination of Domitian he was proclaimed emperor and he did much to improve the condition of the state. He lacked the capacity to command and he had half-hearted support of the army. He died January 25, AD 98.

Dates

  • Creation: AD 96-98

Creator

Access Restrictions

This collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.8 linear feet (2 boxes, 175 coins)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Physical Description

Obverse: Head of Nerva; Reverse: Liberty standing

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Repository

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