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#253548 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Oval shield inscribed with stars, dots, and crescents; behind oblong shield, curved sword, two spears and vexillum.
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 circulating currency. The coin's design, including the portrait of Trajan and the inscriptions, was stamped into the bronze using a process called "die-striking," which allowed for detailed and consistent designs. This coin is a testament to the Roman Empire's advanced engineering and manufacturing capabilities, which helped to facilitate trade and commerce throughout their vast territories.
