Sestertius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C ALIM ITAL; Abundantia
| 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#253572 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Abundantia stepping right.
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
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Abundantia, the Roman goddess of abundance and prosperity, on its reverse side. This is fitting, as the coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Trajan, who was known for his extensive public works and military campaigns, which helped to increase the wealth and prosperity of the Roman Empire.
