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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quinarius Aureus - Trajan P M TR P COS III P P; Victory
100 year| Gold | 3.7 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 100 |
| Value | 1 Gold Quinarius = 12½ Denarii (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252922 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory advancing right, holding wreath and palm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P COS III P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the third time, father of the nation.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quinarius Aureus - Trajan (P M TR P COS III P P; Victory) coin is that it features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory on its reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Trajan (AD 98-117). The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and dominate other nations. The coin's design also includes an inscription that reads "P M TR P COS III P P," which stands for "Pater Patriae, Marcus Ulpius Traianus, Consul for the Third Time, Father of the Fatherland." This inscription highlights Trajan's status as a powerful and influential leader in the Roman Empire.
