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Rh impossible because of low water, for Trajan arrived in the late fall. Eventually machines were constructed and the boats were hauled to the other river. Ctesiphon fell without resistance. There is no mention of Seleucia, which perhaps was in the possession of Pacorus, for coins of his for 115/16 have been reported there. If Pacorus had sought Roman support to regain his power, there would have been no occasion for the Romans to storm Seleucia. The daughter of Osroes and his famous golden throne were among the spoils taken at Ctesiphon, but the great king himself had fled when Trajan entered the city. Here he was hailed "Imperator," and on February 20, 116, the Senate confirmed his title of "Parthicus." A tribute was imposed on the newly conquered territory. Coins issued about this time bear the legend.