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Sestertius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C FORVM TRAIANI
| Bronze | 24.6 g | - |
| 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 |
| Weight | 24.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253602 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Forum of Trajan.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C FORVM TRAIANI
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanus Optimo Principi. Senatus Consultum, Forum Traiani.
The senate and the Roman people to the best of princes. Decree of the senate. Forum of Trajan.
Comment
Mass varies: 23.76–25.91 g;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 Trajan's Column in Rome.
