Denarius IMP CAES TRAIAN AVG GER DAC P P REST L LVCRETI TRIO; Neptune
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253771 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cupid riding dolphin right.
Lettering: IMP CAES TRAIAN AVG GER DAC P P REST L LVCRETI TRIO
Unabridged legend: Imperator Caesar Traianus Augustus Germanicus Dacicus, Pater Patriae, Restituit, Lucius Lucretius Trio.
Translation: Supreme commander, Caesar, Trajan, emperor, conqueror of the Germans, conqueror of the Dacians, father of the nation, has restored [this coin of] Lucius Lucretius Trio.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius coin features an image of Neptune, the Roman god of the sea, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of the sea and maritime trade in the Roman Empire during the time of Emperor Trajan (98-117 AD). The inclusion of Neptune on the coin also reflects the Roman belief in the divine protection of the sea and the emperor's role as the protector of the empire's maritime interests.
