The Roman numeral "XCVII" represents the number 97. In the Roman numeral system, "X" stands for 10, "C" stands for 100, "V" stands for 5, and "I" stands for 1. The numeral is constructed by combining these symbols, where "XC" indicates 90 (100 - 10) and "VII" adds 7, resulting in a total of 97. Roman numerals are often used in various contexts, such as in the naming of monarchs and popes, or to denote the chapters and volumes of books. They are also commonly seen on clock faces and in the titles of movies and events, like the Super Bowl or Olympic Games.