Denarius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253115 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trajan standing, holding spear, accepting shield from Dacian kneeling before him.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanus Optimo Principi.
The senate and the Roman people to the best of princes.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Trajan (S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Trajan, who ruled the Roman Empire from 98 to 117 AD. It was a standard circulation coin made of silver and featured an image of the emperor on one side and the goddess Roma on the other. The coin's inscription, "S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI," translates to "The Senate and People of Rome, to the Best Prince." This coin was an important part of the Roman Empire's economy and was used for everyday transactions.
