Sestertius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 112-114 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253567 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Column of Trajan surmounted by statue of Trajan; two eagles at base.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanus Optimo Principi. Senatus Consultum.
The senate and the Roman people to the best of princes. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin was a significant denomination in ancient Rome, equal to one-fourth of a denarius, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The Sestertius coin was first introduced during the reign of Emperor Trajan, who ruled from 98 to 117 AD. The coin was made of bronze and featured an image of the emperor on one side and various gods, goddesses, and other symbols on the other. The Sestertius coin was widely used throughout the Roman Empire and played an important role in the economy of the time.
