© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Denarius IMP CAES TRAIAN AVG GER DAC P P REST Q THERM M F; Roma
| Silver | 2.82 g | 18 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 | 2.82 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253759 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two combating soldiers, with one on his knees in between.
Lettering: IMP CAES TRAIAN AVG GER DAC P P REST Q THERM M F
Unabridged legend: Imperator Caesar Traianus Augustus Germanicus Dacicus, Pater Patriae, Restituit, Quintus Thermus, Marci Filius.
Translation: Supreme commander, Caesar, Trajan, emperor, conqueror of the Germans, conqueror of the Dacians, father of the nation, has restored [this coin], Quintus [Minucius] Thermus, son of Marcus.
Comment
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 inscription, "IMP CAES TRAIAN AVG GER DAC P P REST Q THERM M F," reflects Trajan's title as Imperator Caesar, or emperor, and his name, Traianus. The coin's design also features the goddess Roma on the obverse (front side) and a depiction of the Roman Empire's personification, Dacia, on the reverse (back side).
