As - Gallienus (PAX AVGG S C; Pax) (257-258) front As - Gallienus (PAX AVGG S C; Pax) (257-258) back
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As - Gallienus PAX AVGG S C; Pax

 
Bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
257-258
Value
As (1⁄32)
Currency
Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#286705
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PAX AVGG S C

Translation:
Pax Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Peace of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the As - Gallienus (PAX AVGG S C; Pax) coin is that it features the goddess Pax (Irene) on the reverse, which is a symbol of peace and unity during a time of great turmoil and conflict in the Roman Empire. Despite being made of bronze, a relatively inexpensive material, the coin's design and symbolism reflect the importance of peace and harmony in the empire.