Denarius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI PIET; Pietas
| 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 |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253164 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pietas, draped, veiled, standing left, holding right hand over lighted and garlanded altar left, left arm at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI PIET
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanus Optimo Principi. Pietas.
The senate and the Roman people to the best of princes. Piety.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Trajan (S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI PIET; Pietas) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Trajan, who ruled the Roman Empire from 98 to 117 AD. The coin's obverse features the image of Trajan, while the reverse depicts the goddess Pietas, who represents the virtue of piety and devotion to the gods. The coin's inscription, "S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI PIET," translates to "The Senate and People of Rome, to the Best Prince, Piety." This coin was used as a means of propaganda to promote Trajan's image as a pious and devout leader, highlighting his commitment to the Roman state religion.
