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Denarius - Trajan COS V P P S P Q R OPTIMO PRINC; Spes
| Silver | 3.1 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 103-111 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253015 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, advancing left, holding up flower in right hand and lifting up skirt with left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS V P P S P Q R OPTIMO PRINC
Translation:
Consul Quintum, Pater Patriae, Senatus Populusque Romanus, Optimo Principi.
Consul for the fifth time, father of the nation. The senate and the Roman people. The best of princes.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.828–3.62 g;Diameter varies: 18–20 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Spes (meaning "hope" in Latin) on its reverse side, which was a common motif in Roman coinage during the reign of Trajan. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, as the goddess Spes was often associated with themes of optimism, good fortune, and prosperity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (103-111) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Trajan (COS V P P S P Q R OPTIMO PRINC; Spes) (103-111) coin.
