Æ15–17 - Trajan (98-117) front Æ15–17 - Trajan (98-117) back
Æ15–17 - Trajan (98-117) photo
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Æ15–17 - Trajan

 
(copper alloy) 3.08 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Attaos (Conventus of Pergamum)
Emperor
Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
98-117
Composition
(copper alloy)
Weight
3.08 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#376648
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Draped bust of the Senate facing right.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΑΤΤΑΙΤΩΝ

Translation: Attaos

Edge

Plain

Comment

Weight: 3.08 g average based on 17 specimens (RPC III# 1755)

Varieties:
Variety 1
Obverse lettering: AYT KAIϹAP ϹⲈB

Variety 2
Obverse lettering: AYTΟ KAIϹAPA ϹⲈB

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Trajan, who was known for his extensive military campaigns and public works projects, including the construction of the Forum Trajanum in Rome.