© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Sestertius - Trajan SENATVS POPVLVSQVE ROMANVS S C
| Bronze | 23.87 g | - |
| 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 | 23.87 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Column with two eagles at base and owl on top.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SENATVS POPVLVSQVE ROMANVS
S C
Unabridged legend: Senatus Populusque Romanus. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: The senate and the Roman people. Decree of the senate.
Comment
RIC describes the bust as with aegis rather than draped on left shoulder. RIC references Cohen, who cites a coin in Paris (BnF) which is draped on left shoulder.
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).
