Danube and Dacia
Trajan (98-117). AE Sestertius, Rome mint, c. 104/5-107 AD. Obv. IMP CAES NERVAE TRAIANO AVG GER DAC PM TR P COS V PP. Laureate head right. Rev. SPQR OPTIMO PRINCIPI / SC. The river-god Danube, holding reed in his left hand and with billowing drapery above his head, standing left, placing knee on Dacia, whom he forces to the ground. RIC II 556-559 var. (differing bust types). 28.54 g. 37.00 mm. R. Rare. A spectacular example of this fascinating issue, sharply struck on a broad medallic flan, from masterly engraved and detailed dies. Superb portrait and enchanting emerald green patina. Fields slightly and gently smoothed, otherwise. about EF.
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