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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI; Victory
| Silver | 3 g | 19.5 mm |
| 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 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253197 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Victory, naked to hips, standing right, left foot on helmet, with right hand inscribing DACICA on shield set on palm, her left hand supporting shield.
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
Mass varies: 2.53–3.36 g;Diameter varies: 18.5–20.1 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Trajan (S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI; Victory) coin features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting the goddess Victory holding a trophy and a palm branch, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military triumphs and the reign of Emperor Trajan.
