© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
Denarius - Trajan P M TR P COS IIII P P; Victory
| Silver | 3.2 g | 19 mm |
| 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252945 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Winged and partly draped Goddess Victoria standing right, resting left foot on helmet, inscribing oval shield resting on base.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P · M · TR · P · COS · IIII · P · P
Unabridged legend: Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Quartum, Pater Patriae.
Translation: High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the fourth time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.92–3.49 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Trajan. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and subdue other nations. The fact that this coin was minted during Trajan's reign, who was known for his military campaigns and expansion of the Roman Empire, makes it a significant artifact from that time period.
