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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Trajan PARTHICO P M TR P COS VI P P S P Q R PRO AVG; Providentia
| Silver | 3.3 g | 18 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 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253287 |
|---|---|
| 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: PARTHICO P M TR P COS VI P P S P Q R PRO AVG
Translation:
Parthico, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Sextum, Pater Patriae, Senatus Populusque Romanus, Providentia Augusti.
Conqueror of the Parthians, high priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the sixth time, father of the nation. The senate and the Roman people. The foresight of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
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 Providentia on the reverse, which symbolizes the Roman Empire's ability to provide for its citizens and ensure their well-being.
