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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Trajan COS V CONGIAR SECVND S C; Liberalitas
103 year| Bronze | 24.8 g | 34.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 103 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.8 g |
| Diameter | 34.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253386 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trajan, togate, seated left on platform on right, on lower platform in front of him, an officer is inscribing a tessera to give to citizen on left, holding out fold of toga to receive it; in the background, a tripod and Liberalitas, standing left, holding up an abacus.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS V CONGIAR SECVND S C
Translation:
Consul Quintum. Congiarium Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Consul for the fifth time. The second congiarium (distribution of money to the civilians). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 20.39–27.74 g;Diameter varies: 33.19–36 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Liberalitas, who represents liberality, generosity, and abundance. She is depicted standing, holding a cornucopia and a scepter, symbolizing the prosperity and wealth of the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Trajan. This coin was minted during a time of great economic growth and cultural achievements, and the image of Liberalitas reflects the values and ideals of the Roman Empire at that time.
