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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Trajan CONSERVATORI PATRIS PATRIAE; Jupiter
| Silver | 3.1 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 | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253151 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, naked except for cloak on right and left arms, standing left, holding thunderbolt over Trajan in right hand and straight sceptre in left: Trajan, togate, stands left, holding up branch in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSERVATORI PATRIS PATRIAE
Translation:
Conservatori Patris Patriae.
To the protector of the father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.882–3.33 g;Diameter varies: 19–19.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder and lightning, on the reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of Roman mythology and religion during the time period in which the coin was minted. Additionally, the image of Jupiter on the coin may have been intended to convey the idea of the Roman Empire's power and authority, as Jupiter was considered the king of the gods in Roman mythology.
