Roman Trajan - Emperor Addressing Troops - Sestertius > Lot No. 0120

Description:
115 AD, Rome mint. Obv: IMP CAES NER TRAIANO OPTIMO AVG GER DAC P M TR P COS VI P P legend with laureate bust right. Rev: IMPERATOR VIII S C legend in exergue with Trajan seated on platform with two officers haranguing soldiers in front.

Measurements:
21.24 grams.

Condition:
Very fine, reverse excellent, rare.

References:
Sear 3187; RIC 655; BMCRE 1017; See Wildwinds.com (this coin).

Comments notes:
This type celebrated Trajan's capture of the Mesopotamian city of Singara.

Estimate: £90 - 120 (EUR 110 - 150; USD 140 - 190)

Auction date: Wednesday 14th March 2012 - Coins & 15-16 March 2012 - Antiquities at The Swedenborg Hall >> Coins & Antiquities

Sold for: £180