© Brüder Egger Auction 43
© Brüder Egger Auction 43
Quadrans - Trajan METALLI VLPIANI S C; 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253685 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas standing left, holding scales and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: METALLI VLPIANI S C
Translation:
Metalli Ulpiani. Senatus Consultum.
Metals of Ulpia. Decree of the senate.
Comment
The illustrated coin is from Plate XIII of “Auction Catalogue 43, Roman coins: collection of a well-known Viennese amateur,” Vienna, 14 April 1913.
Interesting fact
The Quadrans - Trajan coin features an image of the Roman goddess Aequitas, who represents fairness and justice, on its reverse side. This image symbolizes the importance of fairness and justice during the reign of Emperor Trajan, who was known for his fair and just rule.
