© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Denarius - Trajan DACICVS COS IIII P P; Hercules
| Silver | 3.24 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 101-102 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.24 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252923 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules standing.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DACICVS COS IIII P P
Translation:
Dacicus, Consul Quartum, Pater Patriae.
Conqueror of the Dacians, consul for the fourth time, father of the nation.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The reverse side of the coin features an image of Hercules, who was a popular figure in Roman mythology. The image shows Hercules standing with a club in his right hand and a lion's skin draped over his left arm. This design was used on many coins during Trajan's reign and was meant to symbolize the emperor's strength and power, as well as his association with the legendary hero.
