Caption

Denarius, Trajan (53–117; Roman emperor 98–117). Obverse: head of Trajan in a laurel wreath facing right; rim inscription illegible. Reverse: Mars walking to the right, completely naked, cloak on shoulders, helmet on head, spear in right hand, trophy in left hand resting on left shoulder; rim inscription illegible. Date: 112–117. Roman Empire (27 BC–476), Rome. Coin, weight 1.79 g.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A56_320

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Rights managed

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59.7Mb (3.4Mb) / 15.2in x 15.2in / 4567 x 4567 (300dpi)

Keywords

Denarius Trajan 53–117 Roman emperor 98–117 Obverse head laurel wreath facing right rim inscription illegible Reverse Mars walking completely naked cloak shoulders helmet spear right hand trophy left hand resting left shoulder Date 112–117 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 1.79 g worn circular metal object uneven edge displaying raised profile head facing surface textured wear areas pitting object predominantly grayish metal color patches darker gray hints greenish patina brownish rust parts rim relief background plain white.