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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Trajan P M TR P COS II P P; Pax
| Silver | 2.8 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 98-99 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252878 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, wearing wreath, standing left, holding branch up in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P COS II P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.97–3.41 g;Diameter varies: 17–18.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The reverse side of the coin features the goddess Pax (Irene in Greek) standing left, holding an olive branch and a scepter. This image symbolizes the Roman Empire's desire for peace and stability under the rule of Emperor Trajan. The use of the goddess Pax on the coinage was a common practice during Trajan's reign, as he sought to promote the idea of peace and prosperity throughout the empire.
