Denarius - Trajan P M TR P COS VI P P S P Q R PRO AVG; Providentia
| 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#253290 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, pointing with right hand at large globe to left, and holding vertical sceptre in left, with left elbow resting on column.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P COS VI P P S P Q R PRO AVG
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Sextum, Pater Patriae, Senatus Populusque Romanus, PRO Augustus.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the sixth time, father of the nation, The senate and the Roman people, PRO emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Trajan coin was used to pay soldiers and civil servants during the Roman Empire. It was an important symbol of power and influence, and its design changed over time to reflect the various emperors who ruled the empire. The Providentia image on the coin was added during Trajan's reign and represents the goddess of foresight and good judgment.
