© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI
| Silver | 3.3 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 112-114 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253209 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Aquila between vexillum on left and standard on right.
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
Mass varies: 2.89–3.56 g;Diameter varies: 18.8–20 mm;
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 112 to 114 AD, making it a valuable piece of historical artifact for collectors and historians. Additionally, the coin's reverse (back side) features the inscription "S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI," which translates to "The Senate and People of Rome, to the Best Princeps," highlighting the coin's connection to the Roman Empire and its ruling body.
