© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
Denarius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI AET AVG; Aeternitas
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253142 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aeternitas, draped, veiled, standing front, head left, holding out head of Sun in right hand and head of Moon in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI AET AVG
Unabridged legend: Senatus Populusque Romanus Optimo Principi. Aeternitas Augusti.
Translation: The senate and the Roman people to the best of princes. Eternity of the emperor.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The reverse side of the coin features the image of Aeternitas, the Roman goddess of eternity, holding a phoenix and a scepter. This image symbolizes the eternal nature of the Roman Empire and the rule of Emperor Trajan, who was known for his military conquests and administrative reforms that helped to strengthen the empire. The inclusion of the phoenix, a mythical bird that is said to be born from its own ashes, further reinforces the theme of eternity and renewal.
