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Denarius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI; Genius
| Silver | 3.4 g | - |
| 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 | 3.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253077 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius, naked, except for cloak round waist, standing left, holding out patera 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
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Trajan (S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI; Genius) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Trajan, who ruled the Roman Empire from 98 to 117 AD. This coin was part of a series of coins minted to commemorate Trajan's military victories, specifically his conquest of Dacia (modern-day Romania). The coin's design features a portrait of Trajan on one side and the personification of the Roman Senate, Genius, on the other. The inscription "S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI" translates to "The Senate and People of Rome, the Best Prince." This coin is significant not only for its historical value but also for its artistic and cultural significance, showcasing the skill and craftsmanship of Roman coin makers during that time.
