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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI; Virtus
| Silver | 3.3 g | 19 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 | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#253199 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virtus, helmeted, in military dress, standing right, left foot set on helmet, holding vertical spear reversed 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: 3.07–3.57 g;Diameter varies: 18–19.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Trajan (S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI; Virtus) 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 personification of Virtus, the Roman goddess of virtue, holding a spear and a shield. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of Trajan as a virtuous and powerful leader, and it was widely circulated throughout the empire to promote his image and ideals.
