© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Trajan COS V P P S P Q R OPTIMO PRINC ALIM ITAL
| Gold | 7.2 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 103-111 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252978 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trajan standing left and extending his hand to two children.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS V P P S P Q R OPTIMO PRINC ALIM ITAL
Translation:
Consul Quintum, Pater Patriae, Senatus Populusque Romanus, Optimo Principi, Alimenta Italiae.
Consul for the fifth time, father of the nation. The senate and the Roman people. The best of princes. Nourishment of Italy.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.1–7.37 g;Diameter varies: 18.5–20 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Trajan coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Greek influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the bust of Emperor Trajan, while the reverse side features a representation of the Roman goddess Victory holding a trophy and a shield. This blending of cultural influences reflects the diverse nature of the Roman Empire at the time, which was a fusion of various cultures and civilizations. Additionally, the coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
