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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Denarius - Trajan PARTHICO P M TR P COS VI P P S P Q R; Virtus
| Silver | 3.1 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 | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253258 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Virtus, helmeted, in military dress, standing right, holding vertical spear reversed in right hand and parazonium upright in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PARTHICO P M TR P COS VI P P S P Q R
Translation:
Parthico, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Sextum, Pater Patriae, Senatus Populusque Romanus.
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.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.72–3.6 g;Diameter varies: 17–19.5 mm;
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 emperor Trajan, who ruled from 98 to 117 AD, on one side, and the personification of the virtue Virtus on the other. Virtus was an important concept in ancient Roman culture, representing the qualities of courage, strength, and moral character that were highly valued in Roman society. The inclusion of Virtus on the coinage of Trajan's reign highlights the importance placed on these virtues during his rule.
