Sestertius - Trajan S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C; Securitas
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253472 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas seated left.
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
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius - Trajan coin was used to promote the Roman Empire's military conquests and ideals. One side of the coin features an image of the Roman goddess Securitas, who represents security and stability, while the other side features an image of the Roman Emperor Trajan, who was known for his military campaigns and expansion of the empire. This coin was circulated during Trajan's reign (103-111 AD) and was used to promote the idea of Roman supremacy and military power.
