© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Trajan DAC PARTHICO P M TR POT XX COS VI P P
| Bronze | 8 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 114-117 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253621 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
S C in oak-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DAC PARTHICO P M TR POT XX COS VI P P
Translation:
Dacicus, Parthico, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Vicesima, Consul Sextum, Pater Patriae.
Conqueror of the Dacians, conqueror of the Parthians, high priest, holder of tribunician power for the 20th time, consul for the sixth time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 4.57–10.045 g;Diameter varies: 20–24 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Emperor Trajan, who was known for his extensive military campaigns and expansion of the Roman Empire. The coin's design includes a portrait of Trajan on one side and an image of a Parthian king on the other, symbolizing the Roman Empire's victory over the Parthian Empire. This coin was minted during Trajan's reign from 114-117 AD and is considered a rare and valuable artifact for collectors of ancient Roman coins.
