Aureus of the Roman emperor Trajan (r. 98-117 CE). On the obverse, a bust of Trajan, crowned with a
Aureus of the Roman emperor Trajan (r. 98-117 CE). On the obverse, a bust of Trajan, crowned with a laurel wreath; on the reverse, the triumphal entrance of the Forum Traiani, topped by a statue of the emperor in a six-horse chariot. Artist unknown; struck between 112 and 115 CE. Photo credit: Classical Numismatic Group, Inc. http://www.cngcoins.com -- source link
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