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Cistophorus - Trajan TR POT COS II
| Silver | 9.6 g | 25.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 9.6 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253693 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bundle of corn-ears tied together.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.9–10.15 g;Diameter varies: 24–27 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Cistophorus - Trajan coin is that it features a unique design that reflects the cultural exchange and influence of the Roman Empire during its time. The obverse side of the coin depicts the bust of Emperor Trajan, while the reverse side shows a stylized image of the goddess Roma holding a spear and a shield, surrounded by the legend "TR POT COS II." This design symbolizes the power and authority of the Roman Empire, as well as its connection to the gods and goddesses of ancient Rome. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's composition adds to its value and rarity, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
