© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI; Fortuna
| Silver | 3.3 g | 18 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253074 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, seated left on seat without back, holding rudder set on ground in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
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: 3.07–3.39 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on its reverse side. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was experiencing a period of economic growth and prosperity, and that the emperor Trajan was seen as a wise and fortunate leader.
