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© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
As - Trajan FORTVNAE REDVCI S C; Fortuna
| Bronze | 10.36 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 112-114 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.36 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253599 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna seated left, holding rudder and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNAE REDVCI S C
Translation:
Fortunae Reduci. Senatus Consultum.
Returning fortune. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Trajan coin features an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on one side. The other side bears the image of Emperor Trajan. This coin was minted during Trajan's reign, which lasted from 98 to 117 AD. Trajan was known for his military conquests and extensive public building programs, which helped to expand the Roman Empire and improve its infrastructure. The coin's design reflects the importance of Fortuna in Roman culture and the association of the emperor with good fortune and prosperity.
