Denarius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI; Mars
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#253052 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, naked except for cloak on left shoulder, advancing right, holding vertical spear in right hand and trophy over left shoulder.
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; Mars) (103-111) coin features an image of the Roman god of war, Mars, on its reverse side. This is significant because Mars was considered a powerful and important deity in ancient Roman culture, and his representation on the coin highlights the military prowess and expansionist policies of the Roman Empire during the reign of Trajan. 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," further emphasizing the coin's connection to the Roman state and its leadership.
