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Denarius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI; Victory
| Silver | 3.6 g | - |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253188 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory, draped, advancing right, holding up wreath in right hand and palm 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
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Trajan. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military conquests and its dominance over other nations. The coin's design also includes an inscription that reads "S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI," which translates to "The Senate and People of Rome, to the Best Prince." This inscription highlights the coin's connection to the Roman Empire and its ruler, Trajan, who was considered one of the greatest emperors in Roman history.
