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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Cistophorus - Trajan COS II
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 98-117 |
| Value | Cistophorus = 3 Drachms = 3 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253692 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bundle of corn-ears tied together.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS II
Translation:
Consul Secundum.
Consul for the second time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Cistophorus - Trajan (COS II) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Trajan, who ruled the Roman Empire from 98 to 117 AD. The coin's design features a depiction of the goddess Roma on the obverse (front side), and a representation of the Roman Empire's military prowess on the reverse (back side). Specifically, the reverse side shows a scene of a Roman soldier standing victorious over a defeated barbarian, symbolizing the empire's military conquests and dominance. This coin was widely used throughout the Roman Empire and is considered a valuable collector's item today.
