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Sestertius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C ALIM ITAL; Abundantia
| Bronze | 23 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 103-111 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253396 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Abundantia standing left, holding corn-ears and cornucopiae; child holding roll next to her.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C ALIM ITAL
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanus Optimo Principi. Senatus Consultum, Alimenta Italiae.
The senate and the Roman people to the best of princes. Decree of the senate. Nourishment of Italy.
Comment
Mass varies: 16.61–26.96 g;Diameter varies: 28.9–39 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius - Trajan coin features an image of the Roman goddess Abundantia, who represents abundance and prosperity. This is fitting, as the coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Trajan, who was known for his extensive military campaigns and public works projects, which helped to expand the Roman Empire and bring prosperity to its citizens.
