The 116-117AD Sestertius - TrajanSestertius, minted in Rome between 116AD and 117AD during the reign of Emperor Trajan. Made from Orichalcum, which is a the gold-coloured bronze alloy used by the Roman Empire. Diameter 33mm, weight 26.8g.
Museums Victoria explain the dating: "In 116 AD southern Mesopotamia revolted against Roman rule and Parthian forces attacked the Roman border. Trajan suppressed the revolt and set Parthamaspates up as a Roman client-king at Ctesiphon. The reverse of this coin depicts the new king being presented to the personification of Parthia by Trajan. Production of the coin was therefore in the period 116 to 117 AD."
The Obverse shows the laureated and draped bust of Trajan facing right. Legend is "IMP CAES NER TRAIANO OPTIMO AVG GER DAC PARTHICO P M TR P COS VI P P".
The Reverse shows Trajan seated, facing left with a Prefect behind him. Standing is Parthamaspates with one arm raised, being presented to Parthia who is kneeling.Legend is "REX PARTHIS DATVS". "S C" in exergue. SC means senatus consultum, or by 'decree of the Senate' so the coin was an official issue.
Image credit: Museums Victoria
Mintage: Not known
Minted at Roman Mint
Minted in 116AD
Monarch/Ruler: Trajan (Emperor 98AD-117AD)
Category: Roman. See more Roman coins
Country of Origin: Roman Empire
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