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Sestertius - Trajan PROFECTIO AVG S C
| Bronze | 22.8 g | 35 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 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 22.8 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253636 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trajan riding right; soldier holding spear and shield front; three soldiers holding spears behind.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROFECTIO AVG S C
Translation:
Profectiones Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Departure of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 22.64–22.86 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Trajan, who was known for his extensive public building programs and military campaigns, including the conquest of Dacia (modern-day Romania) and the construction of Trajan's Column in Rome.
