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Sestertius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C; Pax
| Bronze | 23.9 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 | 23.9 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253464 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax seated left, holding branch; Dacian kneeling right at feet.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C
Unabridged legend: Senatus Populusque Romanus Optimo Principi. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: The senate and the Roman people to the best of princes. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Ocre mentions a sceptre but there is none.
Interesting fact
The Sestertius - Trajan coin features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene in Greek) on the reverse side, which is quite unique as it's not a common depiction of Pax on Roman coins. Pax is shown standing, holding an olive branch and a scepter, symbolizing peace and authority. This representation of Pax on the coin may suggest that the Roman Empire was promoting peace and tranquility during Trajan's reign, which is an interesting historical context.
