Quadrans - Trajan METALL VLPANIANI DELM; Aequitas
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 114-117 |
| Value | 1 Quadrans = ¼ As = 1⁄64 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#253681 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas standing left, holding scales and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: METALL VLPANIANI DELM
Unabridged legend: Metallum Ulpiani Delmatici.
Translation: Metal of Ulpia and Dalmatia.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Quadrans - Trajan coin features an image of the Roman goddess Aequitas on its reverse side, which represents the idea of justice and equality. This is fitting, as the coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Trajan, who was known for his fair and just rule. In fact, Trajan was nicknamed "Optimus Princeps," or "Best Ruler," by the Roman people for his efforts to improve the lives of citizens and promote justice throughout the empire.
