© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Denarius - Trajan P M TR P COS VI P P S P Q R PROVID; Providentia
| Silver | 3.3 g | 18.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253297 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, pointing with right hand at large globe to left, and holding vertical sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P COS VI P P S P Q R PROVID
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Sextum, Pater Patriae, Senatus Populusque Romanus, Providentia.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the sixth time, father of the nation, The senate and the Roman people, foresight.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.14–3.4 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Providentia depicted on the coin was a personification of the Roman goddess of foresight and forward planning. She was often depicted holding a wand and a globe, symbolizing her ability to predict and guide the future. The inclusion of Providentia on the coin highlights the importance of careful planning and wise decision-making during Trajan's rule.
