© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius IMP CAES TRAIAN AVG GER DAC P P REST CARISIVS; Juno Moneta
| Silver | 3.2 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 98-117 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253790 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Anvil, between tongs and hammer; above, cap of Vulcan; the whole in laurel wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP CAES TRAIAN AVG GER DAC P P REST CARISIVS
Translation:
Imperator Caesar Traianus Augustus Germanicus Dacicus, Pater Patriae, Restituit, Carisius.
Supreme commander (Imperator), Caesar, Trajan, emperor (Augustus), conqueror of the Germans, conqueror of the Dacians, father of the nation, has restored [this coin of Titus] Carisius.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.91–3.41 g;Diameter varies: 18.5–20 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Trajan, who ruled the Roman Empire from 98 to 117 AD. Trajan is remembered for his extensive military campaigns, which expanded the Roman Empire to its greatest extent. The coin's obverse (front) features the image of Trajan, while the reverse (back) features the goddess Juno Moneta, who was the patron of money and finance in Roman mythology. The coin's inscription, "IMP CAES TRAIAN AVG GER DAC P P REST CARISIVS," translates to "Emperor Caesar Trajan Augustus Germanicus Dacicus Parthicus Restitutor Carisius," highlighting Trajan's various titles and accomplishments.
