© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Sestertius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C; Dacia
| Bronze | 25.4 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 | 25.4 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253524 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Dacia, seated left, in attitude of mourning on shield and pile of arms; before her on left a trophy.
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
Mass varies: 21.51–28.02 g;Diameter varies: 32.24–34 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Trajan, who is known for his military conquests and extensive public building programs. The coin's design includes a portrait of Trajan on one side and a depiction of the personification of the province of Dacia on the other, highlighting the Roman Empire's expansion and control over the region. Additionally, the coin's bronze material and 25.4g weight are consistent with the standard specifications for Roman sestertii during this time period.
