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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Aemilianus PACI AVG; Pax
253 year| Silver | 3.5 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Aemilianus (Marcus Aemilus Aemilianus) (253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 253 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#284753 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, legs crossed, leaning on column, holding branch in right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PACI AVG
Translation:
Paci Augusti.
Peace of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.96–3.82 g;Diameter varies: 21–21.7 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin is that it was introduced by the Roman Emperor Aemilianus in 253 AD as a replacement for the denarius, which had been the standard Roman currency for centuries. The Antoninianus was made of silver and had a higher value than the denarius, but it was also smaller and lighter, making it more convenient for everyday transactions. Despite its introduction during a time of economic turmoil, the Antoninianus remained in circulation for over a century and became a staple of Roman commerce.
