As - Titus (PAX AVGVST S C; Pax) (80-81) front As - Titus (PAX AVGVST S C; Pax) (80-81) back
As - Titus (PAX AVGVST S C; Pax) (80-81) photo
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As - Titus PAX AVGVST S C; Pax

 
Bronze 10.8 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
80-81
Value
As = 1⁄16 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
10.8 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#250998
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Pax standing left, holding branch and winged caduceus.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PAX AVGVST S C

Translation:
Pax Augusta. Senatus Consultum.
Peace, the venerable. Decree of the senate.

Comment

Mass varies: 9.66–12.96 g;
Diameter varies: 3–28 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene) on the reverse, which symbolizes peace and tranquility. This is fitting, given that the coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Titus, who was known for his efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the empire.