★ Interesting Possible Transitional Issue ★

TRAJAN (98-117). As. Rome.

Obv: IMP CAES NERVA TRAIAN AVG GERM P M.
Laureate head right.
Rev: TR POT COS V P P / S - C.
Victory advancing left, holding shield inscribed S P/Q R.

Woytek -; RIC -; apparently unpublished.

Sharing a portrait style more similar to the issues up to COS. IV, this type is unknown for COS. V and later, though the reverse legend clearly indicates 'V.' Given the style, it may likely be a transitional issue quickly abandoned in favor of the types known for COS. V. Extremely rare.

Condition: Very fine.

Weight: 9.68 g.
Diameter: 26 mm.