As - Trajan VIA TRAIANA; Via Trajana
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253611 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Via Trajana, draped, reclining left, resting left elbow on rock, left hand on wheel balanced on left knee, holding branch in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIA TRAIANA
Translation:
Via Traiana.
The road of Trajan.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Via Trajana coin is that it features an image of Trajan's famous road, the Via Traiana, which was built during his reign and connected the cities of Rome and Brindisi. The road was an engineering marvel of its time, stretching over 100 miles and featuring a sophisticated system of bridges, aqueducts, and milestones. The coin's design serves as a testament to the Roman Empire's impressive infrastructure and engineering capabilities.
