© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quadrans - Trajan S C
| Bronze | 3.4 g | 16 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253668 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
She-wolf walking right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.04–3.812 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quadrans - Trajan (S C) coin features an image of the Roman Emperor Trajan on one side and a depiction of a trophy on the other. The trophy is believed to represent the spoils of war and symbolize Trajan's military victories.
