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Aureus - Carus PAX AVG; Pax
| Gold | 4.3 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Carus (Marcus Aurelius Carus) (282-283) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 282-283 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296122 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, walking left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVG
Translation:
Pax Augusti.
Peace of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 4.23–4.28 g;Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Carus (PAX AVG; Pax) coin is that it features the first recorded use of the word "Pax" (meaning "peace") on a Roman coin, which reflects the emperor Carus' efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the empire during his reign.
