Lot 1834

Sale 45 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes

Denarius Rome mint (struck 98-99 A.D.) Obv. Laureate head right Rev. TR P COS II PP, PROVID in exergue, Trajan receiving globe from Nerva or Senate (RIC 28;C.319;Sear -). Perhaps a plated issue, fine and a rare type.

This coin alludes to the peaceful accession of Trajan after his adoption by Nerva.