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Sestertius - Trajan REGNA ADSIGNATA S C
| Bronze | 24.8 g | 33.5 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 | 24.8 g |
| Diameter | 33.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253640 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Trajan, bare-headed, in military dress, seated left on platform on right with prefect and soldier; three kings standing before him.
Script: Latin
Lettering: REGNA ADSIGNATA S C
Translation:
Regna Adsignata. Senatus Consultum.
Kingdoms assigned. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 22.74–27.15 g;Diameter varies: 33–34 mm;
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 the Forum Trajanum in Rome.
