© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Trajan and Marcus Ulpius Traianus DIVVS PATER TRAIAN
| 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 | 112-114 |
| 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#253153 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trajan senior, bare-headed, togate, seated left on curule chair, feet on stool, holding patera in extended right hand and sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIVVS PATER TRAIAN
Translation:
Divus Pater Traianus.
The divine father of Trajan.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.85–3.51 g;Diameter varies: 19–20 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin features an image of Trajan and Marcus Ulpius Traianus on one side, and the inscription "DIVVS PATER TRAIAN" on the other. This inscription translates to "Divine Father Trajan," highlighting Trajan's status as a deified emperor in Roman mythology. This coin was minted during Trajan's reign (98-117 AD) and is a rare example of a Roman coin that features two emperors on the same side.
