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==Sestertius Signum== | ==Sestertius Signum== | ||
| − | For legal purposes, ''' | + | For legal purposes, a '''Sestertius Signum''', like any [[Coin_(Nova_Roma)|Nova Roma coin]] is a trade token for use within Nova Roma, not an attempt to undermine the common currency of any macronation. |
Nova Roma sets the redemption value of a Sestertius Signum at 50 US cents (or the equivalent in other currencies). Nova Roma guarantees to redeem coins at this value so that they may be used as trade coinage at events, within NR Provinciae, trade with Ordo Equester vendors and more. Coins that have been deliberately defaced or altered are non-reedemable. | Nova Roma sets the redemption value of a Sestertius Signum at 50 US cents (or the equivalent in other currencies). Nova Roma guarantees to redeem coins at this value so that they may be used as trade coinage at events, within NR Provinciae, trade with Ordo Equester vendors and more. Coins that have been deliberately defaced or altered are non-reedemable. | ||
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*'''Reverse legend:''' "DECLARATIO NOVA ROMA - KAL MAR MMDCCLI AVC" In exergue: "I SESTERTIUS". | *'''Reverse legend:''' "DECLARATIO NOVA ROMA - KAL MAR MMDCCLI AVC" In exergue: "I SESTERTIUS". | ||
| − | *'''Reverse device:''' SPQR in wreath (the symbol of Nova Roma) | + | *'''Reverse device:''' SPQR in wreath (the symbol of Nova Roma). |
| − | *'''Note:''' Commemorates the founding of Nova Roma, March 1, 1998 | + | *'''Note:''' Commemorates the founding of Nova Roma, March 1, 1998. |
===Issue 2 "Quadriga"=== | ===Issue 2 "Quadriga"=== | ||
[[Image:Pre-production.jpg|frame|right|Pre-production art of the "Quadriga". For illustration purposes only. Subject to change.]] | [[Image:Pre-production.jpg|frame|right|Pre-production art of the "Quadriga". For illustration purposes only. Subject to change.]] | ||
'''N.B. All specifications subject to change.''' | '''N.B. All specifications subject to change.''' | ||
| + | This coin is expected to enter circulation early in April [[MMDCCLIX]]. | ||
*'''Denomination:''' Sestertius. | *'''Denomination:''' Sestertius. | ||
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*'''Diameter:''' 32mm. | *'''Diameter:''' 32mm. | ||
| − | *'''Thickness:''' 2. | + | *'''Thickness:''' 2.25mm. |
*'''Edge:''' Plain. | *'''Edge:''' Plain. | ||
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*'''Reverse device:''' Iuppiter driving quadriga with Victory. | *'''Reverse device:''' Iuppiter driving quadriga with Victory. | ||
| − | *'''Note:''' First in the "Capitolium" series | + | *'''Note:''' First in the "Capitolium" series. |
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
*[[Coin_(Nova_Roma)|Nova Roma Coins]] | *[[Coin_(Nova_Roma)|Nova Roma Coins]] | ||
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Sestertius Signum
For legal purposes, a Sestertius Signum, like any Nova Roma coin is a trade token for use within Nova Roma, not an attempt to undermine the common currency of any macronation.
Nova Roma sets the redemption value of a Sestertius Signum at 50 US cents (or the equivalent in other currencies). Nova Roma guarantees to redeem coins at this value so that they may be used as trade coinage at events, within NR Provinciae, trade with Ordo Equester vendors and more. Coins that have been deliberately defaced or altered are non-reedemable.
Issue 1 "Declaratio"
- Denomination: Sestertius.
- Official name: Sestertius Signum.
- Common name: "Declaratio".
- Diameter: 32mm.
- Thickness: 1.8 mm.
- Edge: Plain, (showing cut mark).
- Material: Brass.
- Year minted: MMDCCLIII AVC (2000 C.E.).
- Quantity minted: 5000.
- Disposition: All in circulation.
- Obverse legend: "NOVA ROMA - AEQUITAS - CONCORDIA - CIVILITAS". In exergue: "IOM".
- Obverse device: Seated figure of Iuppiter Optimus Maximus, holding Winged Victory..
- Reverse legend: "DECLARATIO NOVA ROMA - KAL MAR MMDCCLI AVC" In exergue: "I SESTERTIUS".
- Reverse device: SPQR in wreath (the symbol of Nova Roma).
- Note: Commemorates the founding of Nova Roma, March 1, 1998.
Issue 2 "Quadriga"
File:Pre-production.jpg
Pre-production art of the "Quadriga". For illustration purposes only. Subject to change.
N.B. All specifications subject to change. This coin is expected to enter circulation early in April MMDCCLIX.
- Denomination: Sestertius.
- Official name: Sestertius Signum.
- Common name: "Quadriga".
- Diameter: 32mm.
- Thickness: 2.25mm.
- Edge: Plain.
- Material: Brass.
- Year minted: MMDCCLIX AVC (2006 C.E.).
- Quantity minted: 5000 circulation coins, 250 proofs.
- Disposition: In Production.
- Obverse legend: "SESTERTIVS" In exergue "NOVA ROMA".
- Reverse legend: "FR APVLO C LAENATE COS".
- Reverse device: Iuppiter driving quadriga with Victory.
- Note: First in the "Capitolium" series.
