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Denarius - Trajan P M TR P COS V P P; Victory
| Silver | 3.3 g | - |
| 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 | 3.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252968 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P COS V P P
Unabridged legend: Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Quintum, Pater Patriae.
Translation: High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the fifth time, father of the nation.
Comment
Given the coin illustrated is the example given in RIC, there is no difference between RIC 84 and RIC 83.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Trajan (98-117 AD). The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military conquests and the power of its rulers.
