Roman Empire — Trajan (AD 98–117) Bronze Sestertius

Roman Empire — Trajan (AD 98–117) Bronze Sestertius Struck: Rome, AD 112–114 Obverse: Laureate bust of Emperor Trajan facing right; partially legible inscription: IMP CAES NERVAE TRAIANO AVG GERM DAC PM TR P COS V PP. Reverse: Fortuna enthroned left, holding a rudder and cornucopia; modius at her feet. Reverse legend mostly worn, but traces are still visible around the perimeter. Diameter: 32–33 mm Weight: 23.4 g Material: Bronze, with traces of original orichalcum patination Condition: Well-worn overall. Legends partially visible; reverse type clearly identifiable. Patinated surfaces with stable verdigris; no signs of modern casting or alteration. Provenance: From a private collection. A substantial Roman sestertius issued under Trajan, depicting Fortuna, the goddess of luck and fortune, with symbols of guidance and abundance — the rudder and cornucopia.