Denarius - Trajan COS VI P P S P Q R; Victory
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 114-117 |
| 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#253221 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, draped, advancing right, holding up wreath in right hand and palm over left shoulder.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS VI P P S P Q R
Translation:
Consul Sextum, Pater Patriae, Senatus Populusque Romanus.
Consul for the sixth time, father of the nation. The senate and the Roman people.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Trajan (COS VI P P S P Q R; Victory) (114-117) coin features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting the goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, holding a trophy and a palm branch. This symbolized Trajan's naval victories and the expansion of the Roman Empire through his military campaigns.
