Denarius - Trajan (S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI) (103-111) front Denarius - Trajan (S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI) (103-111) back
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Denarius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI

 
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Description
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
References
Numista
N#253129
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Three standards.

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

One interesting fact about the Denarius - Trajan (S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI) coin is that it features a portrait of Emperor Trajan on the obverse (front side), which was a common practice in Roman coinage to display the image of the ruling emperor. This coin, in particular, was minted during Trajan's reign from 103 to 111 AD, a time when the Roman Empire was at its peak in terms of power and prosperity. The coin's design also includes the inscription "S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI," which translates to "The Senate and People of Rome, to the Best Prince." This phrase highlights the importance of the Roman Senate and the people's support for their leader, reflecting the political and social dynamics of the time.