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Aureus - Antoninus Pius PAX; Pax
| Gold | 7.15 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 150-151 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.15 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260099 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding branch extended in right hand and vertical sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX
Unabridged legend: Pax.
Translation: Peace.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Antoninus Pius (PAX; Pax) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene in Greek) on the reverse side, which represents peace and harmony. This is fitting, given that Antoninus Pius' reign was marked by a period of relative peace and stability within the Roman Empire. Additionally, the coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
