© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI; Virtus
| Silver | 3.3 g | 18.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253103 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virtus, helmeted, in military dress, standing right, left foot set on helmet, holding straight spear, inverted, in right hand and parazonium upwards in left.
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: 3.06–3.48 g;Diameter varies: 18–19.5 mm;
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 Virtus on the reverse, which represents the personification of virtue and moral excellence. This was a common theme in Roman coinage during the reign of Trajan, who was known for his military conquests and his efforts to promote moral values and civic duty among the Roman people. The image of Virtus on this coin serves as a symbol of the Roman Empire's values and ideals during this time period.
