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Antoninianus - Pacatianus PAX AETERNA; Pax
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Usurpations of Moesia (Roman Imperial usurpations) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Pacatianus (248-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 248-249 |
| Value | Antoninianus = 2 Denarii |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#283388 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding branch in extended right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AETERNA
Translation:
Pax Aeterna.
Eternal peace.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Pacatianus coin was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, known as the "Year of the Six Emperors" (248-249 AD). This period saw a series of usurpations, or attempts to seize power, by various Roman generals and officials, including Pacatianus, who was the governor of Moesia (modern-day Bulgaria). Despite the instability of the time, the coin still bears the image of the Roman goddess Pax (Peace) on the reverse, highlighting the importance of peace and stability in the Roman Empire.
