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#253059 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars standing next to trophy.
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 the reverse side. This is significant because Mars was considered a powerful and important deity in ancient Roman religion and mythology, and his association with the coin suggests that the Roman Empire placed great value on military strength and power. The image of Mars on the coin may have been intended to symbolize the military prowess and expansion of the Roman Empire during the reign of Trajan, who was known for his military campaigns and conquests.
