Dupondius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 103-111 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253502 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trajan, bare-headed, in military dress, cloak floating behind him, riding right, thrusting spear at Dacian below horse.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanus Optimo Principi. Senatus Consultum.
The senate and the Roman people to the best of princes. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Trajan, issued during his reign from 103-111 AD, is interesting because it showcases the Roman Empire's advanced metalworking techniques. The coin was made of bronze, a copper-tin alloy that was durable and resistant to corrosion, making it an ideal material for currency. The use of bronze for coins also allowed for detailed and intricate designs, such as the image of Trajan on the obverse (front) side of the coin, which was a significant improvement over earlier coinage that was often crudely made. This coin is a testament to the Roman Empire's advanced engineering and artistic skills, and it is a valuable piece of history that has survived for over two millennia.
